Pecan Nougats

1 c. butter
1 tsp. vanilla
3/4 c. powdered sugar
2 1/4 c. sifted flour
1 c. pecans, chopped
Cream together the butter and the powdered sugar. Add vanilla. Blend in
flour. Stir in pecans. Chill mixed in the refrigerator at least 2 hours
or overnight. Take a teaspoon of dough and form into a small ball.
Bake on an ungreased cookie sheet at 350 degrees until light brown,
about 8 minutes. While still warm, place in a brown paper lunch bag
containing powdered sugar and heavily coat with powdered sugar. Store in
a tight container. Makes approximately 3 dozen cookies. This is a
favorite of my family at Christmas time!