Pignoli Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/4 lb. almond paste
4 egg whites
1 lb. confectioners sugar
pignoli nuts

Preparation

Whip egg whites; add sugar.
Break up almond paste and add to egg mixture.
Beat well.
Refrigerate overnight.
Grease and flour cookie sheets.
Make small balls; roll in nuts (do not flatten). Bake at 350\u00b0 for 15 to 20 minutes.