1 cup butter, softened
2/3 cup powdered sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
1 1/4 cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon rum
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional powdered sugar for rolling
Cream butter and sugar. Add remaining ingredients in order given and chill 1/2 hour.
Form dough into 1-inch balls and place 1 1/2-inches apart on cookie sheet.
Bake in 325*F (160*C) oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool completely and roll in powdered sugar, if desired.
Makes 2 dozen.