Recipe

Butter Pecan Cookies

Recipe from the kitchen of Pauline Boepple, Pea Ridge

The 2008 Cook's Library of Treasures

Pea Ridge Community Library

1 c. butter, softened

2 Tbsp. sugar

1/4 c. light molasses

2 c. flour

1/2 tsp. salt

2 c. pecans, finely chopped

Powdered sugar, for rolling

In large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add molasses; mix until well blended. Combine flour and salt. Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture; mix well. Stir in nuts. Roll into 1-inch balls. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 to 18 minutes. While the cookies are warm, roll in powdered sugar. Stores well.

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