Almond Biscotti
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Ingredients 1 c Sugar 1/2 c Butter, unsalted; melted 3 T Brandy 1 ts Vanilla 1 ts Almond extract 1 c Almonds, unsalted; chopped 3 Eggs 2 1/2 c Flour 1/2 T Baking powder 1/4 ts Salt Directions Preheat oven to 350 F. Mix sugar with butter, brandy, vanilla, almond extract, nuts and eggs. Mix well. Stir in flour, baking powder and salt. Form into a long loaf (or loaves), place on a cookie sheet and bake for 20-30 minutes or until firm and softly cakelike. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. When cool enough to handle, slice into 1/2 inch diagonal slices and return to cookie sheet. Bake for 15-25 miutes, turning once, until both sides are brown-flecked and toasted. Cool thoroughly and store in an airtight jar. My Notes |