Ingredients

3 sticks margarine

1 ½ c. brown sugar

½ c. white sugar

5 c. flour

½ tsp. baking powder

1 tsp. baking soda

3 eggs

1 sp cinnamon

½ tsp nutmeg

1 tsp vanilla 1 ½ c. finely chopped pecans

Soften margarine and gradually add sugar; beat until fluffy.  Add eggs, one at a time.  Add baking soda, cinnamon, etc. to flour.  Add flour, small amounts at a time.  Add nuts and vanilla.  Mix well.  Cool in refrigerator.  Slice and bake on slightly greased baking sheet approximately 10-15 minutes.  Makes 8 to 9 dozen