Classic Melt Aways

Directions

Heat oven to 450℉ (230℃).

Combine butter, confectioners’ sugar and vanilla in mixing bowl.

Sift flour and salt together and gradually stir into butter mixture.

Stir in chopped pecans.

Drop by heaping teaspoonsful onto an ungreased cookie sheet.

Bake until peaks are very light brown, about 7 minutes.

Transfer to cooling rack.

While still warm, use a sifter to sprinkle generously with confectioners’ sugar.

Makes 3 dozen.