INGREDIENTS

  • 1 C + 1 T (250 g) butter*
  • 1 C (190 g) sugar
  • 1 lg egg
  • 1 C + 3 T (100 g) blanched, ground almonds**
  • 3 C (375 g) flour

GUIDE / INSTRUCTIONS

  • Cream together butter and sugar; beat in egg.
  • Add almonds and flour; mix well. Let rest overnight.
  • Press into sandkaker or small tart molds.
  • Place on a baking sheet; bake at 350°F (176°C), about 12-15 minutes, or until slightly brown at the edges.
  • Cool about 7-10 minutes before removing from tart pans; cool on a wire rack.

* Do not substitute margarine, as the flavor relies on good quality butter.
** Ideally, blanch and grind the almonds the day before.

  • Rest time: overnight.
  • Makes 36 sandkaker, depending on mold size.

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Viking Cruises offers river, ocean, and expedition cruises, known for destination-focused itineraries, inclusive fares, and a focus on culture and exploration, with ships designed for smaller, more intimate experiences. Viking aims to provide “destination-focused itineraries” for curious travelers, offering deep immersion in the destinations through onboard and onshore enrichment programs.

Cruise Types
Viking River Cruises: Focuses on exploring the world’s great rivers, with ships designed for convenient access to destinations and experiences.
Viking Ocean Cruises: Features a fleet of small, all-veranda, state-of-the-art ocean ships, allowing access to more exclusive ports.
Viking Expeditions: Offers journeys to remote and extraordinary destinations, with a focus on exploration and learning from Viking Resident Scientists.

Key Features:
Inclusive Fares: Viking’s inclusive fares often include shore excursions, onboard meals, wine and beer at lunch and dinner, bottled water, onboard entertainment, and Wi-Fi.
Destination-Focused Itineraries: Viking’s itineraries are designed to provide a deep dive into the history, culture, and local experiences of the destinations they visit.
Onboard and Onshore Enrichment: Viking offers a variety of onboard and onshore enrichment programs, including performances of music and art, cooking demonstrations, informative port talks, and guest lectures.
Small Ship Experience: Viking’s ships are designed for a more intimate and personalized experience, with smaller passenger capacities and a focus on accessibility to ports.

Viking was founded in the mid-1990s with the goal of creating a modern river cruising experience, and has since expanded to offer ocean and expedition cruises.

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