Mary’s Joy of Family Cooking

PECAN COOKIES TWO WAYS

Time for Christmas cookies!  Here are several versions: 1 1/3 cups (6 ounces) unbleached all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 pound pecans, divided 1/2 cup (3 1/2 ounces) packed dark brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 3/4 teaspoon salt 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Combine the flour and …