Almond Shortbread

3/4 c. butter, softened
Pinch of salt
1 can (3 1/2 oz.) almond paste
2 c. flour
1/2 c. almond butter
1 1/2 c. brown sugar
1/2 tsp. almond extract
1/2 c. chopped almonds

If using a food processor, add almond paste

and almond extract before adding flour.

 If preparing by hand first mash the paste with extract,

 then combine with creamed butter,

 almond butter and sugar before adding flour.

 Roll out to 1/2 inch thickness cut out with

cookie cutter and bake 20 minutes

 in preheated oven at 450 degrees.