Danish Puff

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350.
2. 2
   Cut first 1/2 cup butter into first cup of flour.
3. 3
   Sprinkle with water and mix with fork.
4. 4
   Round into ball and divide in half.
5. 5
   Pat into 2 long strips 12x3 inches, 3 inches apart on ungreased baking sheet.
6. 6
   Mix second 1/2 cup butter and water; bring to rolling boil; add almond and remove from heat. Stir in second cup of flour and keep from lumping.
7. 7
   wWen smooth and thick, add 1 egg at a time, beating until smooth.
8. 8
   Spread evenly over each pastry.
9. 9
   Bake 60 minutes or until topping is crisp and nicely browned.
10. 10
    Frost with powdered sugar icing and sprinkle with chopped nuts.