Directions

1. 1. Rub fat into flour.
2. 2. Add sugar and egg yolk.
3. 3. Knead till smooth adding water if necessary.
4. 4. Roll paste into a strip 30 cm by 7 cm (about 12" x 3").
5. 5. Turn up edges and decorate.
6. 6. Spread bottom with jam. Cover with mixture.
7. 7. Bake at 195°C (about 375°F) for 25-30 minutes.
8. 8. Remove from oven and when cold cut into fingers.
9. 9. Mixture
10. 10. Put egg white, sugar and shredded almonds into a pan.
11. 11. Cook stirring all the time until it begins to thicken slightly and leaves the side of pan.
12. 12. N.B. The mixture must not be made until pastry is ready.