Toffee Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and sugar.
2. 2
   Add egg yolk; mix thoroughly.
3. 3
   Add flour and cinnamon.
4. 4
   Blend lightly but thoroughly.
5. 5
   Spread even layer over surface of a 10 x 15-inch cookie sheet.
6. 6
   Work with palms of hand to smooth surface.
7. 7
   Beat egg white slightly; spread on top to completely cover.
8. 8
   Sprinkle pecans over all, pressing into dough.
9. 9
   Bake at 275° over 1 hour.
10. 10
    Cut while hot into 1 1/2-inch squares.
11. 11
    Break apart.
12. 12
    Yields 6 dozen.