Snappy Turtle Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together the flour, soda and salt; set aside.
2. 2
   Cream the butter and sugar.
3. 3
   Add 1 egg and 1 egg yolk, beaten (reserve 1 egg white).
4. 4
   Blend in vanilla and maple flavoring.
5. 5
   Add dry ingredients gradually; mix thoroughly (dough will be soft). Arrange pecan halves in groups of 3 or 5 on greased sheet to resemble legs of turtle.
6. 6
   Mold into balls; dip bottom in unbeaten egg white and press into nuts.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° for 10 to 12 minutes.