1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup finely chopped pecans
Additional confectioners' sugar

In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light. Whisk flour and salt together. Gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in chopped pecans.

Shape tablespoonfuls into 2 inch fingers and place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.

Bake at 350°F for 15-18 minutes or until lightly browned.

Roll cookies in confectioners' sugar while still warm. Cool on wire racks.

Yield: about 4 dozen.

Submitted by: CM