Pecan Crisps

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat oven to 375º.

2. 2

   Mix sugar and pecans in large bowl; reserve 3/4 cup.

3. 3

   Beat butter, vanilla and eggs into remaining sugar mixture with electric mixer on low speed, or mix with spoon.

4. 4

   Stir in flour, baking powder and salt.

5. 5

   Roll dough into rectangle, 18 × 13 inches, on lightly floured surface.

6. 6

   Sprinkle with reserved sugar mixture. Press sugar mixture into dough with rolling pin.

7. 7

   Cut dough diagonally every 2 inches in both directions with pastry wheel or knife to form diamonds.

8. 8

   Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.

9. 9

   Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown.

10. 10

    Immediately remove from cookie sheet to wire rack.