Soft Shapes
["1/3 c. soft butter", "1/2 tsp. salt", "4 1/2 c. confectioners sugar", "pecan halves", "1/3 c. light corn syrup", "1 tsp. vanilla", "red or green food coloring"]
["Blend first 4 ingredients.", "Mix in sugar and knead until blended.", "Divide mixture in half and color one red and green. Shape mixture into 1-inch balls and press nut half into center of each.", "Store in airtight container."]
["butter", "salt", "confectioners sugar", "pecan halves", "light corn syrup", "vanilla", "red"]