1/2 c. butter
2 egg whites, room temp.
1 c. sugar
Dash of salt
3 c. pecan halves

Melt butter in a 13x9x2 inch baking pan. Beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and salt, beating until very stiff. Fold in pecans. Spread pecans in prepared pan. Bake at 325 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes, or until browned and all the butter is absorbed. Stir at 10 minute intervals to coat evenly.

Remove to waxed paper while still warm. Cool completely.

Store pecans in an airtight container. Yields 3 1/2 cups.