Magic Almond Macaroons - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 egg whites
1 cup sugar
1/2 lb finely chopped almonds
10 drops almond extract
1 tablespoon melted shortening

Preparation

Beat egg whites, add sugar gradually and beat constantly.
Add almonds, flavoring, and shortening mix well.
Drop by teaspoons on a wax paper lined baking sheet.
Bake in slow oven (275 degrees F) For 30-40 minutes.