Cold on summers days with some ice cream in or very little unwhipped cream that you put in the plate after the soup and make a pattern by dragging a fork through it. Put frozen berries to thaw in pan that will be used. Take saucepan away from heat. These are the cookies for August 16th tea, in honor of my Mom, Phyllis B. She died one year ago, comforted by the stars sent by Quilters of the BBChat page. Grind almonds and set aside.
Warm saffron threads in a stainless steel spoon and crush into powder.
Combine saffron powder with butter and sugar and beat til fluffy. Gradually add beaten egg, a little at a time, then lemon juice. Sift together flour, cornstarch and baking powder. Combine the dry ingredients with the butter and egg mixture. Form into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill 1 hour.