In a stand mixer or a food processor:
1/2 c butter
1 c flour
2 Tbsp water
Combine until it forms a dough.
Divide in half.
On ungreased sheet, pat into 2 12" x 3" strips, 3" apart.
In a medium saucepan combine:
1/2 c butter or margarine
1 c water
Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to lowest setting.
Add:
1 tsp almond extract
1 c flour
Stir vigorously over low heat until mixture forms a ball, about 1 min.
Remove from heat.
Add:
3 eggs
Stir until smooth & glossy.
Spread evenly over strips.
Bake 1 hour @ 350 or until crisp & golden.
Cool. Topping will shrink & fall as it cools.
Frosting:
1 1/2 c confectioner sugar
2 Tbsp butter
1 1/2 tsp vanilla
1-2 Tbsp water
Mix.
Add more water if needed for spreading consistency.
OPTIONAL: top with chopped walnuts
