Finnish Butter Cookies

Yields:	2 dozen
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	Preparation	25 minutes
	Cooking	10 minutes
	Ready In	2 hours

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Ingredients

3/4	cup	butter	softened
1/4	cup	sugar
1	teaspoon	almond extract
2	cups	flour, all-purpose
1	each	egg white
2	tablespoons	sugar
1/3	cup	almonds	ground

Directions

In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar.

Stir in extract. Add 1-1/4 cups flour; mix well.

Knead in remaining flour. Cover and chill at least 2 hours.

Roll out on a lightly floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness.

Cut with a small cookie cutter (1-1/2 to 2 inches). Place on ungreased baking sheets.

Beat egg white until foamy; brush over cookies.

Sprinkle with sugar and almonds.

Bake at 350 degrees F for 7-8 minutes or until lightly browned.

Cool on wire racks.

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Cheese Crispies

If you have to be addicted to snacks, this is a great one! I was introduced to these while "stranded" in an airport with a woman who came prepared! They're great to munch on anytime, but are really excellent with wine!! Try them!

Reviewed by qwint