Preparation Steps

• In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
• Stir in the toasted chopped pecans.
• Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
• Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.
• Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.