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Almond Fruit Crisp

1-1/2 pounds nectarines or peaches, cubed
1-1/2 pounds red plums, cubed
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
Dash salt
ALMOND TOPPING:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Dash salt
1/4 cup cold butter
3 tablespoons almond paste
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/3 cup sliced almonds

In a large bowl, combine nectarines and plums. Drizzle with lemon juice; toss to
coat. Combine the sugar, tapioca and salt; sprinkle over fruit and toss to coat
evenly. Let stand for 15 minutes. Spoon into 10 greased 6-oz. custard cups. In

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Almond Fruit Crisp cont.

a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter and
almond paste until crumbly. Combine egg and extract; stir into crumb mixture just
until blended. Sprinkle over fruit. Top with almonds. Place on a baking sheet
coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20-25 minutes or
until fruit is bubbly and topping is golden brown. Cool for 15-20 minutes before
serving.

Yield: 10 servings.