Pecan Meltaways

Pecan Meltaways

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tsp vanilla
2 1/4 cups flour
1/4 tsp salt
3/4 cup chopped pecans
Additional confectioners' sugar

In a large bowl, cream the butter, confectioners' sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy. Combine the flour and salt. Gradually add to the creamed mixture. Mix well. Stir in the pecans. Refrigerate until chilled. Roll into 1-inch balls. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350 F for 10-12 minutes or until set. Roll the warm cookies in additional confectioners sugar. Cool completely on the wire racks. Roll the cooled cookies once again in confectioners' sugar. Makes about 4 dozen