1 cup butter, melted
2 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped pecans

In a mixing bowl, combine butter and sugar, Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda, spices and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Stir in pecans. Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets.

Bake at 350°F for 12-14 minutes or until edges are firm. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Yield: 4-1/2 dozen.

Submitted by: Katie Baker