Ingredients
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2 cups butter, softened
1 cup sugar
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
2/3 cup finely chopped almonds
colored crystal sugar (optional)
Preparation
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In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in flour.
Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Roll out onto a well-floured surface to 1/4-in. thickness.
Brush lightly with egg. Sprinkle with almonds and sugar if desired.
Using a fluted pastry cutter or knife, cut into 2-in. x 1-in. strips.
Place 1 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
Bake at 350 degrees F for 10-12 minute or until lightly browned.
Cool on wire racks.
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