1 lb. almond paste
3 egg whites
1 c. sugar
1 lb. pignoli nuts (found in specialty section of grocery store)

Beat almond paste and sugar in a food processor; beat until crumbly. Put in large bowl; add unbeaten egg whites. Stir until well blended. With fingertips make into balls using one full teaspoon of dough. Roll each ball in the nuts.

Using parchment paper or grocery bags, cut to fit cookie sheet and place balls 2 inches apart. Do not grease. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Done when center is firm to touch. Important: Cool before removing from paper or they will crumble.