Yule Amaretti (Almond Cookies)

Ingredients

3/4 C blanched almonds, finely ground in a food processor
3/4 C sugar
2 large egg whites
1/2 tsp almond extract

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix to form a thick sticky dough.  Drop about 1/2 teaspoon per cookie on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.  Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for about 15 minutes, until lightly browned around the edges.  Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before lifting with a knife or spatula.  Makes about 3 dozen.