1 c. (2 sticks) butter, room temp.
3/4 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. maple extract
2 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
2/3 c. pecan halves

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease baking sheet.

Using electric mixer, cream butter with sugar and maple extract. Combine flour and salt, slowly blend into butter mixture on low speed.

Roll 1 tablespoon dough into ball. Place on prepared sheet. Gently press pecan half into top. Repeat with remaining dough. Bake until cookies are golden brown, about 17 minutes. Transfer to rack to cool completely. Can be prepared 1 week ahead. Store in airtight container at room temperature. Makes about 30.