"My grandmother always made these cookies for the holidays. The recipe has been passed down through generations to me, and now from me to you. — Robert Logan, Clayton, California..."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup butter, softened
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3/4 cup sugar, divided
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1/2 cup packed brown sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
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1/8 teaspoon salt
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1-1/2 cups finely chopped dried apricots or dates
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2/3 cup water
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1 tablespoon hazelnut liqueur, optional
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1 cup finely chopped pecans, optional