Scotch Shortbread Triangles

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter; gradually add sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Add extracts.
3. 3
   Combine flour and salt and blend into creamed mixture.
4. 4
   Roll out on floured board to 1/2-inch thickness to form a 14 x 8-inch rectangle.
5. 5
   Cut into 2-inch squares.
6. 6
   Then cut square in half diagonally.
7. 7
   Brush lightly with beaten egg. Sprinkle half of triangles with sugar crystals.
8. 8
   Sprinkle other half with almonds and press lightly into dough.
9. 9
   Bake on cookie sheet in preheated 300° oven for 25 to 30 minutes.
10. 10
    Yields 56 triangles.