Pecan Sandies

Preheat oven to 350°.

Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine flour, pecans, and salt, stirring well with a whisk.

Place granulated sugar and butter in a medium bowl; beat with a mixer at medium speed until fluffy (about 2 minutes). Beat in vanilla extract. Beating at low speed, gradually add flour mixture, and beat just until combined (mixture will be crumbly).

Shape dough into 34 (1-inch) balls (about 1 tablespoon each). Place dough balls 2 inches apart on baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until lightly browned.

While cookies are still hot, sift powdered sugar evenly over tops. Remove from pan; cool completely on wire racks.