Heat your oven to 350º.
In a mixing bowl combine all ingredients and mix together thoroughly:
10 Tblsp. soft butter
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. almond extract
3 eggs
3-1/4 cups flour
1 Tblsp. baking powder
1/3 tsp. salt
Stir in 1-1/2 to 2 cups chopped, toasted almonds (to toast them beforehand, spread them onto a baking sheet and put them in the oven for 10-12 minutes @350º - then cool completely before using)
Divide the dough into 4 equal portions.
Form into (4) logs - put two 'logs' onto each baking sheet. (approx. 10" long X 2" wide X 1/2" high)
Brush with lightly beaten egg white.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the top begins to get golden.
Remove from the oven. Cool slightly. Cut into 1/3 - 1/2" slices. Lay them flat onto the baking sheets, return to the oven and bake another 10-12 minutes until they're golden.
