Here are a few of the new recipes I tried over the holidays:Pecan Balls (My Grammy's Recipe)Yields 2 dozen1/2 lb. butter, at room temperature2 c. + 1/2c. powdered sugar2 t. vanilla2 c. all-purpose flour1 c. chopped pecans1. In a large bowl, with an electric mixer on medium speed, beat butter, powdered sugar, and the vanilla until smooth.2. Add flour to butter mixture and beat on low speed to mix, then on medium speed until well blended. Stir in pecans.3. Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place about 1 inch apart on buttered...