PINE NUT COOKIES 
4 egg whites
2 c. granulated sugar
1 lb. almond paste, not almond filling
8 oz. pine nuts

In large bowl with electric mixer beat egg whites until frothy. Add sugar and beat 30 seconds. Cut almond paste into tiny pieces and add to bowl. Beat several minutes until smooth and well combined.

Wet hands and pinch off approximately 1 tablespoon of the mixture. Roll between moistened palms until smooth. Roll into the pine nuts and place on lightly greased baking sheet. Bake 15 minutes at 350 degrees or until brown around edges. Remove from oven and let set 5 minutes before removing from pan. Remove carefully with spatula.

 

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