(Biscotti Di Arancia E Mandorle)
submitted by Monica
1-1/2 t. baking powder
10 T. butter, room temperature
1 T grated orange peel
1-1/2 C plus 1 T sugar
3 Large eggs
1 Cup whole Almonds, lightly toasted
Preheat Oven to 350. Butter and flour 1 large baking sheet. Whisk 1st three ingredients in med. bowl. Using electric mixer, beat butter and orange peel in large bowl until well blended. Gradually beat in 1 1/2 C sugar. Beat in two eggs. Add dry ingredients. Stir. Using hands knead in nuts. Divide dough. Shape. Place on sheet. Beat remaining egg. Brush top of logs. Sprinkle with remaining sugar. Bake until golden and firm to the touch, about 30 min. Cool on baking sheet 10 in. Reduce temp. to 325. Cut warm logs. Place on two clean sheets. Bake 8 min. Turn and bake until golden, about 5 min. Cool on sheets. (Can be made 1 week ahead. Store at room temp.)
Abbreviations:
| T. = Tablespoon | t. = Teaspoon | C. = Cup |
