Almond-Orange-Cardamom Cookies

1 cup slivered almonds 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons ground cardamom 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/3 cup powdered sugar 1 egg yolk 2 teaspoons grated orange zest 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 28 whole natural almonds Spread almonds onto an ungreased baking pan. Place in a 350ºF oven and bake about [...]