Orange Pecan Refrigerator Cookies

1 cup unsalted butter
½ cup brown sugar; firmly packed
½ cup granulated sugar
1 egg
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon grated orange rind
2¾ cups flour
¼ teaspoon baking soda
½ cup Pecan Valley Pecan Pieces

1. Preheat oven to 350ºF.
2. Cream butter. Add egg; beat well. Add orange rind, juice, sifted dry ingredients and pecans. Mix well.
3. Shape into a roll (or rolls), wrap in waxed paper and place in refrigerator for several hours, or overnight.
4. With a sharp knife, slice thin, and place on greased cookie sheets.
5. Bake in preheated oven for about 8 to 10 minutes.

Makes about 4 dozen

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