Orange Pecan Refrigerator Cookies

1/2 c. shortening
3/4 c. sugar
1 egg
2 T. evaporated milk
1 1/2 T. grated orange rind
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
pecan halves, about 3/4 c.

Cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg, beating well. Add milk, orange rind and vanilla, beating well. Combine dry ingredients, add to creamed mixture. Shape dough into two 12 x 2" rectangles. Place pecan halves lengthwise down the center of each rectangle. Fold sides of dough tightly over pecans. Wrap logs in waxed paper and chill for at least 2 hr.

Cut dough into 1/4" slices. Place on ungreased cookie sheets; bake at 240 F. for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on wire racks. Makes about 6 dozen.