Pecan Shortbread

Source: barefoot contessa

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees f.

In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment , mix together the butter and sugar until they are just combined.

Add the vanilla and almond extracts.

In a medium bowl , sift together the flour and salt , then add them to the butter / sugar mixture.

Add the pecans and mix on low speed until the dough starts to come together.

Dump onto a surface dusted with flour and shape into a flat disk.

Wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.

Roll the dough 1 / 2-inch thick and cut into 2 1 / 2-inch squares with a plain or fluted cutter.

Place the cookies on an ungreased baking sheet.

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes , until the edges begin to brown.

Allow to cool to room temperature and serve.

unsalted butter, sugar, pure vanilla extract, almond extract, all-purpose flour, salt, pecans