Thin and crisp cookies.
INGREDIENTS (for 1 servings):
- 3/4 cup butter
- 3/4 cup sifted confectioners' sugar
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans, finely ground
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
PREPARATION:
In a large bowl mix the butter or margarine, confectioners' sugar, brown sugar, egg and vanilla together until light and well combined.
In a medium bowl combine the flour, ground pecans and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough is formed. Wrap dough in plastic and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Roll chilled dough to 1/4 inch thickness and cut into desired shapes.
Place cookies on an ungreased baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 7 to 9 minutes or until light golden brown.