Biscotti, anyone?

I found this recipe last year on Allrecipes.com. I thought it would make great gifts and be cheaper than buying it commercially (is that the word?). This Biscotti was such a huge hit. Not only did my family eat it like crazy, but it was a favorite by so many people I gave it to. It is very easy to make, makes the house smell yummy and is oh-so-good! **I did not take this photo. It was taken by Lisa D. who added icing to hers. Some also substituted 3/4c. dried cranberries for the almonds. I like it just the way it is!**




ORANGE-ALMOND BISCOTTI

INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups white sugar
1 pinch salt
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1 tablespoon orange zest
3 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon almond extract


DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a baking sheet.
In a large bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, almonds, and orange zest. Make a well in the center and add the eggs oil, and almond extract. Stir or mix by hand until the mixture forms a ball.

Separate dough into 2 pieces and roll each one into a log about 8 inches long. Place logs on prepared baking sheet and flatten so they are about 3/4 inch thick. Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes. Cool slightly, and remove from baking sheets. Slice diagonally into 1/2 inch slices with a serrated knife. Set cookies on side back onto the cookie sheet and bake for 10 to 15 more minutes, turning over after half of the time. Finished cookies should be hard and crunchy.

Nutritional Information
Orange Almond Biscotti II
Servings Per Recipe: 12

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 220

Total Fat: 4.6g
Cholesterol: 53mg
Sodium: 130mg
Total Carbs: 39.9g
Dietary Fiber: 1.1g
Protein: 4.8g