Pecan Thins - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 sticks butter, softened
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
1/2 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. vanilla
1 egg
1 c. chopped pecans
3 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda

Preparation

Place all ingredients except eggs in bowl.
Mix for 3 to 5 minutes by hand.
When ingredients begin to make a mass, add egg and mix to smooth dough.
Divide into 2 pieces and shape into 2 rolls that are 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
Roll in wax paper and chill overnight.
Slice 1/8-inch thin and place on lightly greased pan.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for about 12 minutes.
Cookies become crispy when cooling.