In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Using a pastry blender or 2 knives, cut the butter into the flour until mixture resembles a coarse meal.

Stir in the cream and water.

Add a little additional water if the dough is too stiff or additional flour if the dough is too soft.

Wrap dough in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Roll the dough between 2 sheets of waxed paper to 1/4 inch thickness.

Remove top sheet of waxed paper.

Using a 2 inch round cookie cutter, cut out crackers and place on a greased baking sheet.

Sprinkle with salt and paprika.

Prick each cracker 3 times with a fork.

Bake 10 to 12 minutes, or until very lightly browned around the edges.

Remove from pan and cool in a wire rack.

*This recipe makes about 6 dozen crackers.*