Almond Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Mix flour, baking soda and salt.
3. 3
   In a blender, grind 1/2 cup blanched almonds to a fine powder, add to flour mixture.
4. 4
   Cream the sugar, shortening, almond extract, egg and water and add to dry mixture.
5. 5
   Mix thoroughly.
6. 6
   Form into 1-inch balls and place on an ungreased cookie sheet 2 inches apart. Press one of the remaining almonds into the center of each ball while flattening it slightly with fingers.
7. 7
   Brush cookie with beaten egg.
8. 8
   Bake 20 minutes or until light brown.