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
4 eggs

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Measure first cup of flour into bowl. Cut in butter. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons water and mix with fork. Round into a ball and divide in half. Pat dough with hands into 2 long strips 12 x 3 inches. Strips should be 3 inches apart on ungreased baking sheet. Mix second amount of butter and water. 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 1 egg at a time, beating until smooth. Divide in half and spread one half evenly over each piece of pastry. Bake about 40 minutes, until topping is crisp and nicely browned. Frost with a confectioners sugar icing and sprinkle generously with chopped nuts. This never fails and always brings raves.