1 1/2 sticks butter soften
3/4 c. sugar
1 large egg
1 tbsp grated lemon peel
1 tsp vanilla
2 1/4 c. all purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt

Cream butter in a large bowl; add sugar. Beat until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, lemon peel, vanilla until blended well. Beat in water, few drops at a time, only until dough starts to come away from sides. Shape dough into large flat disc. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate 2 to 3 hours. Preheat oven to 350°F. Roll dough on lightly floured surface. Cut with cookie cutter; place on butter cookie sheet.

Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until brown.