Pecan tarts

Pecan tarts

Ingredients/Components

• sugar - 1/2 c
• chopped pecans - 1 c
• egg yolks - 2 item
• almond extract - 1 tsp
• powdered sugar - 1 c
• sifted flour - 2 c
• margarine - 1/2 c
• pecan halves - 4 doz
• dark Karo syrup - 1/2 c

How to make pecan tarts:

Filling:1/2 c. margarine1/2 c. dark Karo syrup1 c. powdered sugar1 c. chopped pecans4 doz. pecan halves Mix 1/2 cup of margarine and sugar. Stir in egg yolks, almond extract and sifted flour. Press crust evenly into tart shells or muffin cups. Bake in 400° oven for 8 to 10 minutes.

Bring to a boil the margarine, syrup and powdered sugar. Stir in chopped pecans. Spoon filling into shells. Top with a pecan half. Bake in 350° oven for 5 minutes. Makes 4 dozen.

Recipe categories: Desserts, Cakes, Cheese.