Proper consistency of almond paste?

[Quesmoy]

What should the consistency of almond paste be? I have never used it before, and I assumed it was going to be kind of soft. I ordered some and it is really hard, is it supposed to be?

[highchef]

Check the exp. Date, it should not be so hard that working it with your hands, kneading, can't bring it to a rollable consistancy. If it refuses to be rollable, call the co. And bitch. They'll probably send you some fresh stuff.

[heidih]

Here is a topic about softening it.