ALMOND-VANILLA SOAP

Yields 1 bar

1/3 C. whole almonds
1 (4 oz.) bar Castile soap
1/4 C. distilled water
1 T. almond oil
1/8 tsp. vanilla essential oil

Grind the almonds to a fine powder in a food processor and set aside.

Shred the soap and set aside.

In a heavy saucepan bring the water to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer; Remove the pan from the heat and add the almond powder, almond oil and vanilla fragrance oil, stirring until well blended. Spoon the soap into a mold and let set for five hours or until hardened.