1 c. butter
1 1/2 c. sugar
3 eggs, beaten
1 c. chopped pecans
1 tsp. baking soda, dissolved in 1 1/2 tbsp. hot water
3 1/4 c. flour
1 pkg. mincemeat, crumbled

Mix ingredients well. Drop by teaspoon on greased cookie sheet. Bake in 375 degree oven until lightly browned.