Barley-Almond Cookies

1 cup margarine, melted
1 cup sugar
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
2 cups flour
2-3 tsp. crushed barley
2 tsp. chopped or slivered almonds

• Combine the melted margarine and the sugar. Stir in the vanilla extract.
• Slowly mix in the flour. Add the barley and the almonds.
• Drop the batter, 1 to 2 Tbsp. at a time, onto a foil-lined cookie sheet.
• Bake at 350°F for 15 to 18 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Makes 3 to 4 dozen