Almond Biscotti
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/3 tablespoons baking powder
1-1/2 cups whole unblanched almonds
4 eggs
1-1/2 cups granulated sugar
2/3 cup butter, melted
1-1/3 tablespoons vanilla
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 tablespoon grated orange rind
2 egg whites, lightly beaten
To measure flour accurately, lightly spoon flour into dry measure, without
tapping, until cup is heaping; level off with blunt edge of knife.
In large bowl, combine flour, baking powder and almonds.
In
separate bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, butter, vanilla, almond extract and
grated orange rind; stir into flour mixture until soft sticky dough forms.
Transfer to lightly floured surface; form into smooth ball.
Divide dough in half; roll each into 12-inch (30 cm) long log. Transfer to
ungreased baking sheet.
Brush tops with egg white; bake in 350
degree F (180 degree C) oven for 20 minutes.
Remove from oven and let cool on pan on rack for 5 minutes. Transfer each log to
cutting board; cut diagonally into 3/4-inch (2 cm) thick slices.
Stand cookies upright on baking sheet; bake for 20 to 25 minutes longer or until
golden. Transfer to rack and let cool. (Biscotti can be stored in airtight
container for up to 2 weeks.)
Yield: 48 cookies
