Almond Strips

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 325u00b0.

2. 2

   In a mixing bowl, beat margarine or butter with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds.

3. 3

   Add about half of the flour, the sugar, egg, baking powder and almond extract.

4. 4

   Beat until thoroughly combined.

5. 5

   Beat in remaining flour.

6. 6

   Divide dough into 4 portions.

7. 7

   Shape each portion into a 12-inch long roll.

8. 8

   Place 2 rolls 4 to 5-inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet.

9. 9

   Using your hand, flatten each to 3-inches wide.

10. 10

    Repeat with remaining rolls.

11. 11

    Brush flattened rolls with milk and sprinkle with almonds.

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    Bake in a 325u00b0 oven for 12 to 14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.

13. 13

    Cut warm cookies diagonally into 1-inch strips.

14. 14

    Cool cookies on a wire rack.

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    Drizzle with icing.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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