Pecan Thins

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and sugar.
2. 2
   Add flour.
3. 3
   Add egg yolk and vanilla. Batter will be stiff.
4. 4
   Spread as thin as possible on 2 cookie sheets.
5. 5
   Lightly beat egg white.
6. 6
   Spread on top and sprinkle with nuts.
7. 7
   Press in with hand.
8. 8
   Bake 1 hour at 275° or lower.
9. 9
   Remove from oven and cut into squares immediately.
10. 10
    Freeze well.