1 c. butter
1 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 egg
1 tsp. water
3 c. flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt

Cream butter, sugar and vanilla. Add egg and water; beat until light and fluffy. Combine flour, baking powder and salt. Blend into creamed mixture. Divide dough in half; chill 1 hour. On floured surface, roll dough 1/8-inch thickness. Cut in desired shapes and brush with milk. Decorate with sugar.

Bake on greased cookie sheet.

Bake at 375°F for 6 to 8 minutes.