Makes 8 dozen
7 c. brown sugar
2 ½ c. shortening
½ c. butter
1 c. whole eggs (5 large)
3 t. salt
1 ½ t. ground cinnamon
2 c. chopped pecans
1 ½ T. baking powder
1 t. baking soda
10 c. flour
1 T. butter flavor extract
Place brown sugar, shortening and butter in a
large mixing bowl, beat with an electric mixer until very creamy. Add remaining ingredients in order
listed. Shape into rolls with a 2-inch
diameter. Wrap in plastic wrap or wax
paper and chill several hours. Preheat
oven to 350 degrees. Slice cookie rolls
about ¼-inch thick. Place on baking
sheets and bake 8-10 minutes.