My Grandma'S Butter Crescents - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2/3 c. sliced almonds
1/3 c. sugar
2 sticks real butter
1 2/3 c. all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp. salt
extra fine sugar for topping

Preparation

In blender or food processor blend nuts and sugar until finely blended.
Cream butter in large bowl and add almond-sugar mixture. Beat until fluffy.
Gradually add flour and salt.
Wrap and refrigerate until firm.
Working with 1/4 of dough at a time, shape into 3/4 inch balls.
Roll and shape into crescent shapes. Place on unbuttered cookie sheet and bake 14 to 16 minutes at 325\u00b0.
Cool for 10 minutes; dip into sugar to coat.