COCONUT PECAN SQUARES 
Cream 1/2 cup butter and 1/2 cup brown sugar. Add 1 cup flour; mix well. Flour hands to spread dough in 9"x9" pan evenly. Bake in 350 degree oven for 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, beat 2 eggs until frothy and gradually add 1 cup brown sugar and beat until thick. Add 1 cup chopped pecans, 1/2 cup shredded coconut that has been tossed with 2 tablespoons flour, 1 teaspoon vanilla and salt. Mix well. Spread over baked crust. Bake 20 minutes more at 350 degrees or until well browned.

When cooled, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar and cut into 1" squares. Serves 30.

 

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