Highland Shortbread

1. 1

   Cream butter and gradually add 1 cup sugar, beating until light and fluffy.

2. 2

   Sift together flour and salt; add to creamed mixture.

3. 3

   (Add more flour if needed to make dough easy to handle.) Shape dough into 3/4 inch balls; place 2 inches apart on a greased cookie sheet.

4. 4

   Gently press a pecan half in the center of each.

5. 5

   Bake at 350u00b0 for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Roll in powdered sugar while warm.

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   Yields: 6 dozen.

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