Chris' grandmother's cresent cookie recipe:

1/2 lb. almond paste

1/2 c. confectioners sugar

1 egg white

1/2 c. chopped blanched almonds

Mix first 3 ingredients together and shape into rolls. Cut into 1-inch pieces. Roll pieces in almonds and shape into crescents. Let stand on baking sheet for 20 min before baking at 300 degrees another 20 min. Cool and frost with powdered sugar frosting made with lemon juice.