1/2 c. (1 stick) butter, softened
1 c. sifted flour
1 c. pecans
1/4 c. plus 2 tbsp. confectioners' sugar
1/2 tsp. orange extract

Combine butter and 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar in mixing bowl with mixer until light and fluffy. Stir in flour. Stir in pecans until well blended.

Using about 1 level measuring tablespoonful for each cookie, shape dough into balls and place 2 inches apart onto greased baking sheets.

Bake in preheated moderate oven (350 degrees) for 15 minutes or until firm.

Transfer cookies to a wire rack placed over sheet of waxed paper to cool completely. Dust with remaining 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar. Store cookies in tightly sealed container at room temperature. These cookies can be placed in a freezer.