Crust:
               1 cup butter,
               2 cups flour,
               1/2 cup powdered sugar.

               Mix well and pat into even layer in a 9 x 13 pan.  Bake crust at 350
               degrees for 20 to 25 minutes.

               Filling:
               8 oz cream cheese, softened,
               2 eggs,
               1/2 cup sugar,
               1 tsp almond extract.

               Beat together well and pour over crust while it is still hot.  Bake
               15 to 20 minutes (350 degrees).  Cool.

               Frosting:
               1 1/2 cup powdered sugar
               1/4 cup butter
               1 1/2 tablespoon milk
               1 tsp almond extract

               Whisk together and spread evenly on baked, cooled cookies.
               Cut into bars - makes 24 to 36 bars.