1 c. soft butter
6 oz. softened cream cheese
2 c. sifted flour
1/2 c. finely chopped pecans
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 1/2 c. brown sugar
2 tbsp. melted butter
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. vanilla

Blend together butter and cream cheese. Gradually add flour and mix well into smooth dough; chill 1/2 hour. Shape into 1 1/4 inch balls. Press into miniature muffin cups with thumb. Sprinkle 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans into dough lined cups. Mix eggs, brown sugar, butter, salt and vanilla. Spoon into cups. Sprinkle another 1/4 cups pecans over top. Bake at 325 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes.