Ingredients
1 cup shortening1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons sugar, divided1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 egg1 teaspoon almond extract2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/8 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons sliced almonds
Preparation
In a small bowl, cream the shortening, 1/2 cup sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extract. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
Shape into 1-in. balls. Roll in remaining sugar. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Flatten with the bottom of a glass. Press three almond slices into the center of each.
Bake at 350° for 9-11 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.
