1 c. flour
1/2 c. butter
2 tbsp. water

Blend flour, butter and water into dough. Roll into ball; divide in half. Pat dough into strips 12 x 3 on cookie sheet.

Top:

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

Mix butter and water in pan; bring to boil. Remove from heat. Add almond extract and flour. Stir to prevent lumping. Add eggs, one at a time, beating until smooth. Divide in half. Spread over each piece of pastry.

Bake 60 minutes at 350°F; cool.

Frost with confectioners sugar softened with milk and almond extract. Sprinkle with chopped nuts.