One of my favorite things to do is to collect and read old cookbooks. While reading through one of my favorite old cookbooks by Martha Stewart, and in the mood to make cookies, this recipe caught my eye. It was especially delicious and my husband, Gary, was very happy for the treat.
Pecan Cookies
1 1/2 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup dark brown sugar, loosely packed
1 egg
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
3/4 cup finely chopped pecans
35 pecan halves
Instructions:
Sift together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda; set aside.
Cream the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Gradually add the flour mixture, a bit at a time, until thoroughly blended. Stir in the chopped pecans.
Shape the dough into an even cylinder approximately 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 15 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly butter it.
Remove the plastic wrap and cut the dough into slices approximately 1/4 inch thick. Place the slices on the baking sheet (leave room for them to spread) and lightly press a pecan half into the center of each. Bake until lightly browned, about 12 minutes. Let cool.
Source: Martha Stewart's Quick Cook Menus
