Almond Cookie Bars

This is a Christmas staple in our house.

• Ready In: 55 mins
• Serves: 20

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 lb butter
• 1  cup sugar
• 1  egg, separated
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons vanilla
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 2  cups flour, sifted
• 1  cup  sliced almonds

Directions

1. Cream together butter, sugar, egg yolk, vanilla, and salt.
2. Add sifted flour.
3. Spread on greased cookie sheet w/ sides.
4. Beat egg white and brush on dough.
5. Place entire package of sliced almonds on top.
6. Bake at 325 for 30 minutes or until brown.
7. Cool 15 minute Cut into bars.