Step 1

Brown butter in a pan on stove top over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat as soon as desired level of color is reached. Let cool for 5-10 minutes.

Step 2

Mix the brown butter, sugars and vanilla. Stir in the egg.

Step 3

Mix in the flour and cornstarch until well blended. Stir in pecans.

Step 4

Chill dough for 30 minutes minimum.

Step 5

Make cookie dough balls about 1½ Tablespoons and place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.

Step 6

Mash tops of dough balls lightly with a flat surface.

Step 7

If desired a pecan half can be pressed into the center of the cookie.

Step 8

Bake at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes. Remove from oven when lightly browned on edges and centers still appear moist.

Step 9

Allow to cool on pan about 2 minutes and then move to a wire rack to complete cooling.