Almond Puffs

Directions

1. 1
   Mix together milk, 3 tbl sugar and salt.
2. 2
   Add yeast and stir until dissolved.
3. 3
   Mix in egg, shortening, flour and 1/3 cup almonds.
4. 4
   Beat for 1 minute and cover with damp cloth.
5. 5
   Allow to rise until double in bulk, 40-60 minutes.
6. 6
   Beat well and drop into greased muffin tins, 1/2 full.
7. 7
   Sprinkle tops with a mixture of remaining almonds and 3 tbl sugar.
8. 8
   Let rise until double, about 30 minutes.
9. 9
   Bake in preheated 375* oven for 15- 20 minutes.