1 c. sifted flour
1/2 c. butter
2 tbsp. water
1/2 c. butter
1 c. water
1 tsp. almond flavoring
1 c. sifted flour
3 eggs

Measure 1 cup flour into bowl, cut in 1/2 cup butter. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons water and mix with fork. Roll into a ball and divide in half. Pat dough with hand into 2 long strips 12 x 3 inches. Strips should be 3 inches apart on ungreased baking sheet.

Mix the second 1/2 cup butter and water in a saucepan and bring to a rolling boil. Add almond flavoring and remove from heat. Stir in flour immediately to keep it from lumping. When smooth and thick add one egg at a time, beating until smooth. Divide in half and spread one-half evenly over each piece of pastry. Bake at 350 degrees for 60 minutes or until topping is crisp and nicely browned. Frost with a confectioners' sugar icing and sprinkle generously with chopped nuts. Make 2 braids.