1 c. butter, softened
1/4 c. confectioners' sugar
1 tsp. vanilla extract
2 c. flour
1/2 c. chopped pecans, toasted
Confectioners' sugar

Cream the butter, sugar and vanilla together until light and fluffy. Mix in the flour and pecans. Chill for 2 hours. Pinch off small pieces of dough and roll into 1 inch balls. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake in a 375 degree oven until very lightly brown, 10-12 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Roll in confectioners' sugar before serving. Store in an airtight container. Makes 36.