Lemon Anise Biscotti

Ingredients

• 2 Cups All-purpose Flour
• 1 Teaspoon Baking Powder
• 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
• 1 Cup Sugar
• 2 Large Eggs
• 1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 Tablespoon Grated Lemon Zest
• 1 Tablespoon Anise Seeds

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

2. 2

   Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or...: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicon sheet.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, mix together the flour,...: In a small bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

4. 4

   In a separate owl whisk together the eggs...: In a separate owl whisk together the eggs and sugar until light and thick, then add the extract, zest, and anise seeds.

5. 5

   Fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture...: Fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture and stir until mixed.

6. 6

   Dump the dough onto a lightly floured surface...: Dump the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead by hand for a minute until smooth.

7. 7

   Shape the dough into a log about 3...: Shape the dough into a log about 3 inches wide and place on the prepared baking sheet.

8. 8

   Bake for about 35 minutes or until the...: Bake for about 35 minutes or until the top is firm to the touch.

9. 9

   Remove the pan from the oven and reduce...: Remove the pan from the oven and reduce the heat to 325 degrees F.

10. 10

    After 10 minutes, using a serrated knife, cut...: After 10 minutes, using a serrated knife, cut the log into slices about 3/8 of and inch wide and lay the slices flat on the baking sheet side by side.

11. 11

    Bake the cookies for 12 to 15 minutes...: Bake the cookies for 12 to 15 minutes more, turning over halfway until very light brown. (The cookies will crisp up as they cool)

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    Cool and store in an airtight container.