Pecan Shortbread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. 2
   Combine flour and pecans.
3. 3
   In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar.
4. 4
   Beat in the vanilla extract.
5. 5
   Gradually stir in the dry ingredients.
6. 6
   The dough will be stiff.
7. 7
   Pinch off walnut size pieces of dough and roll into small balls.
8. 8
   Place the balls 1-1/2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
9. 9
   Flatten the cookies with the back of a spoon dipped in flour.
10. 10
    Back for 10 to 12 minutes until lightly colored.
11. 11
    Transfer onto wire racks to cool.