Dead Men's Legs

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 325F (160C).
2. 2
   Beat egg lightly and gradually add sugar.
3. 3
   Beat with mixer until light and foamy--about 20 minutes.
4. 4
   Add almonds and flour; mix well.
5. 5
   Roll dough into finger-thick ropes on a very light floured surface.
6. 6
   Flatten slightly with fingertips and cut into 3 inch lengths and place on ungreased cookie sheets.
7. 7
   Bake in oven until light brown, about 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove from cookie sheets and cool completely before storing in airtight containers.
9. 9
   Stores 1 to 2 months.