Washboard Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   In mixing bowl, cream butter, brown sugar and egg.
2. 2
   Stir together baking soda and water; add to creamed mixture.
3. 3
   Add vanilla and flour; mix well.
4. 4
   Shape into walnut sized balls. Place on greased cookie sheet; flatten with a fork that has been dipped in water.
5. 5
   Sprinkle with sugar.
6. 6
   Bake at 325° for 15 to 20 minutes or until edges begin to brown.
7. 7
   Cool on waxed paper. Yield:
8. 8
   3 1/2 dozen.