Texas Pecan Icebox Gems

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar*
• 1 egg, slightly beaten
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup Texas pecans

Instructions

1. Cream butter and sugar together; add egg, vanilla extract, sifted dry ingredients and pecans. Mix well.
2. Shape into a long, slender roll and wrap in wax paper.
3. Place in refrigerator overnight.
4. Slice very thin and bake at 400 degrees F for 10 minutes.

Notes

* Brown sugar may be used if butterscotch flavor is desired.