Swedish Rusks

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup buttermilk
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup chopped pecans
small amount of milk
3 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Cream shortening and sugar; add remaining ingredients. Spread dough in greased 9 x 12-inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour. Remove from oven and brush with cream. (You can sprinkle with cinnamon sugar at this time). Let cool for 15 minutes. Turn onto a baking sheet and cut in strips 1-1/2 x 3 inches, separated from each other. Dry in oven for 1 to 2 hours. These will keep for a long time. Great for dunking in coffee.