Tea Cakes

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400°.
2. 2
   In large bowl, with electric mixer at medium speed, cream butter or margarine and 1/2 cup sugar until light and fluffy.
3. 3
   Add water and vanilla.
4. 4
   Gradually add flour and nuts, beating until well mixed.
5. 5
   Chill for 30 minutes or until firm.
6. 6
   Roll dough into one inch balls.
7. 7
   Place on ungreased cookie sheets.
8. 8
   Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until light brown on bottom. Cool 10 minutes and roll in 1 cup confectioners sugar.
9. 9
   When completely cool, roll again in remaining confectioners sugar. Yields 4 dozen cookies, about 80 calories each.