Butter-nut Strips

Total Time: 45 mins Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup butter, softened
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon almond flavoring
• 2 cups flour
• 1 egg , beaten
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/3 cup chopped blanched almond

Recipe

• 1 cream butter; gradually add 1/4 c sugar, beating till light and fluffy. add flavoring and flour; beat till smooth. shape into a ball; chill.
• 2 roll dough to 1/4 inch thickness on a lightly floured surface. cut into 2 1/2 x 1/2-inch strips; place on ungreased cookie sheets. brush tops lightly with egg . combine 1 tablespoon sugar and almonds; sprinkle over egg . bake at 350 degrees for 15 minute or till lightly browned.