Pecan Shortbread

Directions

1. 1
   Cream the butter and sugar in a standing mixer.
2. 2
   Slowly add flour, then salt.
3. 3
   Fold in pecan pieces.
4. 4
   Roll dough into ball shape, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
5. 5
   On floured surface, roll dough out to 1/4-inch thickness.
6. 6
   Cut into desired shapes (squares and triangles are my favorite, but a round cookie cutter can be used).
7. 7
   Transfer cut out dough to ungreased cookie sheet.
8. 8
   Prick with fork and chill again for 20 minutes.
9. 9
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
10. 10
    Bake 20 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.