• 8 ounces cream cheese; softened
• ½ cup unsalted butter or margarine; softened
• 1 lb powdered granulated sugar; sifted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup pecan pieces; finely chopped

1. Combine cream cheese and butter, beating until smooth.
2. Add powdered granulated sugar and vanilla; beat until light and fluffy. Stir in pecans.

Yield: about 3 cups