Dead Men's Legs (Cookies)

1. Preheat oven to 325F.
2. Beat egg lightly and gradually add sugar.
3. Beat with mixer until light and foamy--about 20 minutes.
4. Add almonds and flour; mix well.
5. Roll dough into finger-thick ropes on a very light floured surface.
6. Flatten slightly with fingertips and cut into 3 inch lengths and place on ungreased cookie sheets.
7. Bakei in oven until light brown--about 10 minutes.
8. Remove from cookie sheets and cool completely before storing in airtight containers.
9. Stores 1 to 2 months.
10. Makes 2 dozen cookies.