Ingredients
1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 teaspoon almond extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup slivered almonds
Preparation
Preheat oven to 300°. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in extract. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Fold in almonds.
Drop by level tablespoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake until edges are lightly browned, 22-24 minutes. Cool for 1-2 minutes before removing to wire racks.
