Directions

1. 1. Cream shortening and sugar thoroughly. Add egg and almond extract. Mix well.
2. 2. Sift dry ingredients together and add to the creamed mixture.
3. 3. Form in a roll 2 inches in diameter and roll this in the chopped nuts. Wrap the waxed paper and chill thoroughly.
4. 4. Slice 1/8 inch thick and bake in a moderate oven- (350°F) 12 minutes.
5. 5. A white cookie may be made by using 2 egg whites instead of 1 whole egg.