1 c. shortening
1 c. powdered sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/4 c. almonds, ground
2 c. sifted flour
1 tbsp. water
1 tbsp. vanilla

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Cream 1/2 cup shortening, add gradually 1 cup powdered sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt, creaming well. Add 1 1/4 cups almonds. Blend in 2 cups flour gradually. Add 1 tablespoon water, 1 tablespoon vanilla, mix thoroughly. Shape into balls, place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 12-15 minutes. Roll in powdered sugar while warm. Makes approximately 4 1/4 dozen cookies.