2 2/3 c. coconut
2/3 c. sugar
1/4 c. all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp. salt
4 egg whites
1 tsp. almond extract
1 c. chopped almonds

Combine coconut, sugar, flour and salt in mixing bowl. Stir in egg whites and almond extract. Stir in almonds; mix well. Drop from teaspoon onto lightly greased baking sheets. Garnish with candied cherry halves; if desired. Bake at 325 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes, or until edges of cookies are golden brown. Remove from baking sheets immediately. Makes about 2 1/2 dozen.