Sandies

Energy: 703 kcal

Ingredients:

• 12 ounces butter or margarine;


• 3 ounces granulated sugar;


• 1 teaspoon vanilla;


• 18 ounces all-purpose flour;


• 1 teaspoon salt;


• 1 tablespoon water;


• 8 ounces pecans - finely chopped;


• 8 ounces powdered sugar (approximate) - sifted.

Instructions:

Cream margarine, sugar, and vanilla on medium speed for 5 minutes, using flat beater.Add flour and salt to creamed mixture. Mix on low speed until blended.Add water and pecans and blend. Chill dough.Shape dough into small balls 3/4 inch in diameter. If mixture crumbles so it will not stick together, add a small amount of melted margarine.Place on lightly greased or parchment-paper-lined baking sheets.Bake at 325°F until lightly browned, about 20 minutes.Roll in powdered sugar while still hot.