Vernal Express | 1976-12-09 | Page 19 | Christmas Confection

Christmas Confection l i It 1 t These spectacular three three layer layer bar cookies have just been perfected in time for Cor the holidays Almond Paste Brownie liars Dar are suitably rich for the season decorative on a plate delicious on the palate Almond Paste Brownie Bars 2 1 cup butter Brownie Layer 1 cup ground blanched Almond Paste Layer almonds' almonds 2 1 cup finely chopped 3 1 cup sugar natural 1 cup flour almonds Beat butter with ground almonds sugar and flour Pat gently into inch 9 square baking pan Gently spread Brownie Layer over Top with Almond Paste Layer Sprinkle with chopped almonds almonds' Bake at degrees for Cor 50 minutes or until sides begin to pull away from Crom pan and center is firm When cool cut into 32 bars 2 x 1 inch 1 Brownie Layer Melt 4 1 cup butter oz unsweetened chocolate in saucepan stirring often Cool partially then beat in 3 1 cup sugar 1 egg and 4 3 cup flour