Pecan Bourbon Balls

1. Measure out bourbon in a small bowl. Fill the bowl with pecan pieces until level with the bourbon. Allow the pecans to soak. Meanwhile, cream the butter and sugar together.
2. Mix in the bourbon/pecan mixture thoroughly with a fork. If the mixture is too sticky, add a bit more sugar.
3. Form into bite-size balls. (You may have to refrigerate the mixture so that balls will form more easily. Return to the fridge if mixture gets warm while forming the balls.)
4. Refrigerate balls for about 30 minutes to harden.
5. Melt chocolate pieces and a small amount of paraffin wax.
6. Using a candy dipper or toothpick, dip the balls in the chocolate, completely coating it. Return to the wax paper and top with a pecan half.
7. Allow to set. Yields approximately 72 balls. Will keep in the fridge in a sealed container for 30 days.