Danish Coffee Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in warm water.
2. 2
   Put shortening, sugar, salt and flour in large bowl.
3. 3
   Mix as for pie crust.
4. 4
   Beat egg yolks, milk and yeast mixture.
5. 5
   Add to flour and beat well.
6. 6
   Divide into 4 parts and roll thin, about 11 inches long and 10 inches wide. Spread butter, brown sugar, nuts and almond paste onto the rolled out crust.
7. 7
   Fold both sides over and let rise until light.
8. 8
   Bake in 350° oven for 25 to 30 minutes.