Chinese Almond Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 3/4 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/4 c. shortening
1 3/4 c. sugar
1 egg
1/2 tsp. almond extract
1/4 c. water

Preparation

Mix all together.
Drop by teaspoon on greased cookie sheet. Top each with a sliver of almond.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 12 to 15 minutes.