BASE:

1 c. flour
1/2 c. butter
2 tbsp. water

FILLING:

1 c. flour
1 c. water
3 eggs
1/2 c. butter
1 tsp. almond extract

GLAZE:

1 1/2 c. powdered sugar
2 tbsp. butter
1 tsp. almond extract
2 tbsp. water

BASE: Cut butter into flour, sprinkle with water mix. Roll out into 2 long strips, 15 x 4 inches, on ungreased sheet.

FILLING: Melt butter in 1 cup water in saucepan and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in flour. When smooth, add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition. Spread mix evenly over pastry. Bake at 350 degrees for 55 to 60 minutes.

GLAZE: Mix together, spoon over pastry. Top with sliced almonds.