Ingredients

1-1/2 cups blanched almonds1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar1 egg white1-1/2 teaspoons almond extract1/4 teaspoon salt

Preparation

Place almonds in a food processor; cover and process until smooth. Add the confectioners’ sugar, egg white, extract and salt; cover and process until smooth.

Divide almond paste into 1/2-cup portions; place in airtight containers. Refrigerate for up to 1 month or freeze for up to 3 months.