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Almond Squares I Recipe

Recipe by: 106a802496d678ba

"If you really like a strong almond taste, substitute almond extract for vanilla extract in this recipe."
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Directions
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  • 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9 inch square baking pan.
  • 2To make crust: In a large bowl, cream shortening, white sugar and brown sugar. Separate egg and beat in yolk and vanilla, stirring until well blended. Slowly add in the flour and blend well. Mixture will be stiff.
  • 3Press dough evenly into baking pan. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until top is golden brown.
  • 4Melt the chocolate in a double boiler over low heat. Spread the melted chocolate over warm crust. Sprinkle top with almonds. Let cool on wire rack before cutting.
Ingredients
  • 12 servings
  • 429 cals
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup shortening
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 9 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds
Nutrition

Amount per serving ( 5 total)

  • Calories:
    429
    21%
  • Fat:
    30.7
    47%
  • Carbs:
    40.3
    13%
  • Protein:
    6.2
    12%
  • Cholesterol:
    16
    5%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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