Pecan Squares

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375F.
2. 2
   Combine 3/4 cup butter, powdered sugar and salt in processor.
3. 3
   Process until moist clumps begin to form.
4. 4
   Add flour and egg and process just until dough forms.
5. 5
   Press dough onto bottom and 3/4 inch up sides of 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan.
6. 6
   Bake until crust is golden brown, about 22 minutes.
7. 7
   Cool crust slightly.
8. 8
   Maintain oven temperature.
9. 9
   Bring brown sugar, honey and remaining 3/4 cup butter to boil in heavy large saucepan, stirring frequently.
10. 10
    Boil 2 minutes.
11. 11
    Add vanilla.
12. 12
    Stir in pecans.
13. 13
    Pour pecan filling onto prepared crust.
14. 14
    Bake until filling thickens and bubbles all over, about 25 minutes.
15. 15
    Cool completely on rack.
16. 16
    Cut into 2-inch squares.
17. 17
    (Pecan squares can be prepared up to 1 day ahead.
18. 18
    Cover and let stand at room temperature.)