Pecan Cookies

2 c. butter, softened
8 T. powdered sugar
4 c. chopped pecans
4 c. flour
2 T. vanilla
2 T. ice water
3 ½ c. sifted powdered sugar

Cream butter with 8 tablespoons of powdered sugar until very light and creamy. Mix together flour with pecans and
gradually add to butter mixture. Add vanilla and ice water, mixing well. Roll pieces of dough with the palms of your
hands into 1-inch rolls or crescents. Place on cookie sheets and bake in a preheated 325 degree oven for 25 to 35
minutes. Sift powdered sugar generously over the cookies and place in a covered tin to mellow for a few days.