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

FROSTING:

1 c. powdered sugar
1 tbsp. butter
1 tbsp. cream or milk (may need more)
1 tsp. almond extract

Mix first cup of flour, 1/2 cup butter and 2 tablespoons water like pie crust. Divide dough in half and pat into 2 long strips (3 x 13 inch) on 9 x 13 inch greased cookie sheet. (Strips will be about 3 inches apart.)

Mix 2nd amount of butter with water and bring to a rolling boil. Add almond flavoring and remove from heat. Stir in flour immediately to keep from lumping. When smooth and thick add 1 egg at a time, beating until smooth. This is a cream puff dough.

Divide in half and spread 1/2 evenly over each half of pastry. Bake about 60 minutes in 350 degree oven until top is crisp and light brown. Frost and sprinkle with sliced almonds. Cut crosswise into strips.