Ingredients
1/2 c. margarine, softened
6 tsp. artificial sugar, Sweet and
Low either brown or white
1 egg
1 tbsp. water
1 tsp. almond extract
1 1/4 c. flour
1/2 c. finely chopped almonds (optional)

Preparation:
Beat margarine and sugar. Add egg, water, almond, stir in flour and nuts. Drop by teaspoonfuls on ungreased cookie sheets, flatten with fork and bake at 400 degrees for 6 minutes.