Holiday Pecan Cookies
["3/4 c. butter, softened", "3/4 c. sugar", "1 tsp. brandy extract (may substitute vanilla)", "2 egg yolks (save whites for later)", "2 c. plain flour", "1 tsp. salt", "chopped pecans"]
["Mix butter, sugar, brandy extract and egg yolks in food processor.", "Add flour and salt to butter and sugar and mix in food processor.", "Roll dough mixture into 1-inch balls.", "Coat in 2 egg whites saved from before, then roll in chopped pecans.", "Put on greased cookie sheet.", "Press each ball with a deep thumbprint in middle of each cookie.", "Bake at 350\u00b0 for 12 to 15 minutes.", "Check frequently."]
["butter", "sugar", "brandy", "egg yolks", "flour", "salt", "pecans"]