Swedish Nut Balls

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   Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.

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   In a bowl, cream together butter and 3/4 cup of the powdered sugar.

3. 3

   Add the flour, vanilla and ground pecans.

4. 4

   Stir to combine.

5. 5

   Shape dough into balls, using a slightly rounded teaspoon for each.

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   Place 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.

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   Bake until the edges turn gold, about 20 minutes.

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   Transfer cookies to a rack to cool.

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   Cookies can be frozen in an airtight container, with wax paper between each layer for up to 6 months.

10. 10

    Defrost 30 minutes.

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    Just before serving, place the remaining cup of powdered sugar in a plastic bag.

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    Add several cookies and shake gently to dust with sugar.

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    Repeat with remaining cookies.

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