Cookies - Danish Almond Paste Shortbread

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1-3/4 cups fine granulated sugar
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 4 cups flour
• 1/4 teaspoon soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup almonds, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 3/4 cup almond paste

Instructions:

Cream butter & sugar until whipped cream texture; add eggs. Sift flour, soda & salt; add to butter mixture. Add remaining ingredients; blend well.

Line 15 x 10" pan with waxed paper. Pat shortbread mixture in & cover with waxed paper; chill overnight.

Invert shortbread onto board & cut into strips 2-1/2" x 1/2 “. Bake on ungreased baking sheet at 275°F - 375°F for 10-20 minutes.