Spiced Almond Tuiles Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Servings: 40 Ingredients - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter - 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons of sugar - 3 large egg whites - 1 cup roasted almonds, ground - 2 tablespoons flour - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves - 1/4 teaspoon ginger - 1/4 teaspoon cardamon - 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg - 1/4 teaspoon allspice    Light, sweet cookie with a rich almond flavor.   Directions Preheat oven to 350°. In medium bowl using a hand held mixer or regular mixer, cream butter and sugar until	1

	combined. Beat in the egg whites one at a time. Add the ground almonds, flour and spices. Beat on low until a soft batter forms. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or use a silpat. Silpat makes for a more even, circular cookie as it cooks. Spoon a level teaspoonful of the tuile batter onto prepared baking sheets approximately 3 inches apart. Using the back of a spoon or small spatula, spread the batter into 3 inch rounds. Bake until golden brown, approximately 10 minutes. Cool for one minute on a baking sheet. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool. Let baking sheets cool before making next batch. Repeat process. Tuiles can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.	2