1 c. soft butter
1/2 c. confectioners' sugar
2 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 c. chopped pecans

Beat butter and sugar until creamy and fluffy. Add flour until well mixed. Add salt, vanilla, and pecans. Shape level teaspoon of dough in 2 inch fingers. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake in 350 degree oven for 15 to 20 minutes.