1 c. softened butter (stick type, not tub) 1/4 c. sifted confectioners sugar 2 tsp. vanilla 1 tbsp. water 2 c. sifted enriched flour 1 c. chopped pecans Red and green colored sugar Thoroughly cream butter, confectioners sugar, and vanilla. Stir in water. Add flour and mix well. Stir in nuts. Shape into 1-inch balls and roll some in red sugar, some in green. Bake 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet at 300 degrees for 20 minutes, or until firm to touch. Cool thoroughly before removing from pan. Makes 4 dozen. |