Miniature Pecan Tarts - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. margarine, softened
3 oz. cream cheese, softened
1 c. flour
1 egg, slightly beaten
2/3 c. packed brown sugar
1 Tbsp. melted margarine
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/8 tsp. salt
1 c. chopped pecans

Preparation

First 3 ingredients will form pastry for tarts.
Cut margarine and cream cheese into flour in mixing bowl.
Shape into ball or long roll.
Divide into 24 small balls.
Press over bottom and side of muffin cups to form tart shells.
Combine egg, brown sugar, margarine, vanilla, salt and pecans in bowl.
Spoon into tart shells until 2/3 full.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 20 to 25 minutes until lightly browned.
Yields 24 miniature pecan tarts.
A favorite for parties or receptions.