Almond Biscuits

Instructions

1. 1

   blanched almonds for decoration beat egg for glazing 1.Sift the flour, baking powder and salt into a bowl.

2. 2

   Cream the margarine (or butter) and sugar together until light, white and fluffy.

3. 3

   Beat in the egg and almond essence.

4. 4

   Stir in the sifted dry ingredients to make a stiff dough. 2.Form the mixture into balls about 1 - 1.5 inch diameter and place these on a greased baking tray.

5. 5

   Place half an almond (split lengthways) on each ball and press to flatten slightly.

6. 6

   Brush with beaten egg. 3.Bake in a moderate oven (350 deg F / 180 deg C) for 20 minutes or until golden.

7. 7

   Cool on a wire rack.

8. 8

   This quantity makes about 45 biscuits.