Pecan Spice Cookies
1/2 cup shortening/butter mix
1 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
1 egg
1 3/4 cups flour (sifted)
2 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cloves
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/3 cup pecans (chopped)
50 pecan halves (garnish)
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Mix shortening, brown sugar, and egg
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Blend in remaining ingredients
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Stir in nuts
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Roll dough into 1 inch balls
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Place about 2 inches apart on a greased cookie sheet
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Bake at 375 F for 10 to 12 minutes
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Cool on sheet for several minutes, than transfer to wire
rack
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