1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. shortening
2 c. light brown sugar
3 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. vanilla
2 eggs
1 c. coarsely chopped pecans

Cream butter, shortening and sugar. Add eggs, vanilla and dry ingredients and nuts. Form into rolls, wrap in waxed paper and chill overnight. (Can freeze.) Slice thin and bake on ungreased cookie sheets in 375 degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes.