Lemon Lemony Pecan Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon rind, grated
1 teaspoon lemon extract
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup pecans, chopped

Preparation

Combine butter and sugar until fluffy. Add beaten egg, lemon juice, lemon rind and lemon extract; mix well.
Combine flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture, beating until just blended. Stir in pecans.
Shape dough into a long roll, 2 inches in diameter; wrap in waxed paper and chill 2 to 3 hours or until firm. (may be frozen for later use).
Unwrap roll and cut into 1/4 inch slices. Place on a lightly greased cookie sheet. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes. Do not overbake.