Dutch Ginger Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour and salt together.
2. 2
   Add sugar and chopped ginger. Melt butter and allow to cool slightly.
3. 3
   Mix egg into butter, reserving 1 teaspoon of egg for glazing.
4. 4
   Add butter to flour and mix well.
5. 5
   Press mixture into a greased 8-inch sandwich tin (round).
6. 6
   Brush top with reserved egg.
7. 7
   Arrange almonds decoratively on top.
8. 8
   Bake in moderate oven (350°) for 45 minutes or until cake is golden and firm to touch.
9. 9
   Allow to cool in tin; turn out and cut into wedges and serve.