Pecan Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups chopped pecans

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease baking sheets.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually stir into the creamed mixture.
3. Stir in the pecans. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets.
4. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Pecans are a type of tree nut native to North America.
• Pecans are high in fiber and packed with vitamins and minerals.
• Pecans can help lower cholesterol levels and promote heart health.