1/2 c. butter, softened
1 c. packed dark brown sugar
1 egg
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tbsp. hot water
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 3/4 c. all-purpose flour
Sugar

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