Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, bring 1 cup butter and water to a boil. Once butter is melted and there is a low rolling boil, remove from heat.

Step 3

IN THIS ORDER: Stir in flour, sugar, sour cream, 1 teaspoon almond extract, salt, baking soda, and eggs. Whisk after each addition until smooth.

Step 4

Pour batter into a prepared 10x15-inch baking pan.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 22 minutes, or until cake is golden brown and an inserted toothpick is removed with a few crumbs. (not wet)

Step 6

Combine 1/2 cup butter and milk in a saucepan; bring to a low rolling boil, then remove from heat.

Step 7

Add in sugar 1 cup at a time making sure to whisk after each addition.

Step 8

Add in 1/2 teaspoon almond extract. Whisk well. It will be similar to a gravy consistency.

Step 9

Stir in pecans. Spread frosting over warm cake.