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

Combine coconut, sugar, flour and salt in bowl. Stir in egg whites and almond extract. Stir in almond and mix well. Drop by teaspoonful onto lightly greased baking sheets. Garnish with candied cherry halves if desired. Bake at 325 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Remove from pan immediately. Yield: 2 1/2 dozen.