Chinese Almond Cookies
["3 c. flour", "1 c. sugar", "1/2 tsp. soda", "1/2 tsp. salt", "1 1/2 c. shortening", "1 egg, beaten", "1 tsp. almond extract", "blanched almonds"]
["Preheat electric oven to 350\u00b0.", "Sift flour with sugar, soda and salt into a large bowl.", "Mix in shortening; knead thoroughly (8 to 10 minutes).", "Combine egg and almond extract; stir into flour mixture.", "Mix well.", "Shape into balls, using 1 tablespoon of dough. Place on ungreased baking sheets; make a depression in the top with the thumb.", "Press a blanched almond in the center."]
["flour", "sugar", "soda", "salt", "shortening", "egg", "almond extract", "blanched almonds"]