DERBY DAY COOKIES
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1 (16 oz.) box confectioners' sugar
1 c. finely chopped pecans
1/2 c. butter, room temperature
1/4 c. green creme de menthe
1 (6 oz.) pkg. semisweet chocolate chips, melted
Mix confectioners' sugar, pecans, butter and creme
de menthe in medium bowl until well blended.
Cover and refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
Line a large baking sheet with foil.
Shape pecan mixture into 1 ¼" round balls and place on sheet.
Refrigerate until firm, about 15 minutes.
Dip half of each ball into melted chocolate; return to sheet.
Refrigerate until set, about 1 hour.
(Can be prepared ahead.
Place in airtight container and
refrigerate five days or freeze up to one month.)
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