Saturday, October 06, 2007

Butter Pecan Balls

1 cup butter
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup light molasses (not blackstrap)
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups finely chopped pecans
Confectioners' sugar for rolling


In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add molasses and blend well. Gradually add flour and salt and mix well. Stir in nuts. Shape into 1-inch balls and place on lightly greased cookie sheets. Bake at 350 degrees f for 20 to 25 minutes. Roll in confectioners' sugar while still warm.

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