Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
2. Place butter in a large heavy skillet and cook over medium-low heat without stirring for about 15 minutes, or until butter is a light tan color. Pour into mixing bowl. Place over a bowl of cold water and chill until firm.
3. Add sugar, baking powder, vanilla and cardamom; beat until combined. Stir in flour.
4. Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Place 1 inch apart on an ungreased cookie sheet. Top each with an almond; press almond slightly into dough.
5. Bake for 12 - 15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire rack and cool.