Ingredients
1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1 large egg yolk1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon salt2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1 cup ground pecansConfectioners’ sugar, optional2 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted, optional
Preparation
In a bowl, cream butter, sugar, egg yolk, vanilla and salt until light and fluffy. Combine flour and pecans; gradually add to creamed mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or up to 2 days.
Shape into 1-in. balls. Place 1-1/2-in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until firm.
If desired, immediately roll warm cookies in confectioners’ sugar; or cool cookies and drizzle with melted chocolate.
