* Exported from MasterCook * Dead Men's Legs (cookies) Recipe By : Serving Size : 0 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : New Text Import Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 1 egg 1/2 cup sugar 1/3 cup finely chopped blanched/skinned almonds 1/2 cup all purpose flour Instructions: Preheat oven to 325F. Beat egg lightly and gradually add sugar. Beat with mixer until light and foamy--about 20 minutes. Add almonds and flour; mix well. Roll dough into finger-thick ropes on a very light floured surface. Flatten slightly with fingertips and cut into 3 inch lengths and place on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake in oven until light brown--about 10 minutes. Remove from cookie sheets and cool completely before storing in airtight containers. Stores 1 to 2 months. Makes 2 dozen cookies. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -