Cocoons - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 1/2 c. plain flour
1 lb. butter
8 Tbsp. powdered sugar (heaping)
1 tsp. water
2 tsp. vanilla extract
3 c. pecans, finely chopped
powdered sugar (to roll Cocoons in)

Preparation

Mix all ingredients well.
Mixture should be very stiff and in a large, round shape.
Pinch off small amount and roll into cocoon shape.
Place on a large cookie sheet close together but not touching (Cocoons will not rise).
Bake at 300\u00b0 for 30 to 45 minutes.
Roll in powdered sugar while hot.