1 c. + 2 tbsp. butter
1 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs
6 tbsp. cocoa
2 1/2 c. flour, plain
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/8 tsp. salt
1/2 to 1 c. chopped pecans

Mix together butter, sugar, vanilla and eggs. Beat well. Sift together cocoa, flour, soda and salt; add to mixture and beat well. Add nuts. Drop by spoonful on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.