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Add the first 7 ingredients to a 2-pound bread machine according to the manufacturers directions.
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Select the dough cycle.
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When cycle is complete, remove dough from machine, punch down, cover and let rest for 10 minutes.
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Meanwhile, in a medium mixing bowl beat together almond paste, the 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour and 1 egg yolk until smooth (Or, combine the ingredients in a food processor bowl.
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Cover and process until the mixture clings together.)
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On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 27x10-inch rectangle.
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Cut into twelve 10x2-1/4-inch strips.
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Divide almond mixture into 12 portions; roll each portion into a 9-1/2-inch-long rope.
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Place a rope lengthwise down center of each strip of dough.
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Fold dough in half lengthwise to enclose filling; moisten edges of dough; seal.
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Place, seams down, on greased large baking sheets.
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Form each filled strip into a heart shape; moisten ends and pinch together at base of heart to seal.
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Cover and let rise in a warm place for 30 to 40 minutes or until nearly double.
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If desired, brush with a little milk and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
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Bake in a 350 degree F. oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden.
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Remove from baking sheets; cool on wire racks.
