Chinese Almond Cookies

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   Sift rice flour and sugar together. Mix with the almonds. Work the butter smoothly into the mixture. Add a few drops of water if needed to hold the dough together.

2. 2

   Shape into small balls and place on greased cookie sheet, leaving plenty of space around each cookie. Press an almond into the top of each one. Bake in a moderate oven (350 F) about 15 minutes, or till golden brown.

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4. 4

   To blanch almonds-.

5. 5

   Place almonds in a bowl.

6. 6

   Pour boiling water to barely cover almonds.

7. 7

   Let the almonds sit for 1 minute and no longer.

8. 8

   Drain, rinse under cold water, and drain again.

9. 9

   Pat dry and slip the skins off.

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    (Don't let almonds sit in hot water too long or they will lose their crispness).

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12. 12

    To roast almonds-.

13. 13

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

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    Spread nuts in one layer on ungreased shallow baking pan.

15. 15

    Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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