1 c. soft butter
1/2 c. powdered sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. almond extract
2 1/4 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
3/4 c. ground almonds
powdered sugar (for coating)

Mix butter, 1/2 cup powdered sugar and flavorings. Mix at medium speed for 2 minutes. Turn to low and add flour and salt. Beat until smooth. Add almonds and blend. Drop by teaspoon onto ungreased cookie sheet. Shape into crescents.

Bake 8 minutes at 400°F. While warm, shake in bag of powdered sugar to coat.