NUT COOKIES

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The rich, nutty flavor of these cookies pairs well with tea, coffee and milk. One batch never lasts long around our house!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2/3 cup butter-flavored shortening
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

In a small bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in pecans., Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Coat the bottom of a glass with cooking spray; flatten cookies with glass. , Bake at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for 1-2 minutes before removing to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 54mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.