AUNT GEN'S BISCOTTI

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Provided by Ron Lieber

Categories     dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield About 4 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup solid vegetable shortening
1 cup sugar
6 large eggs
2 teaspoons anise extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, or as needed
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon anise seeds
1 cup shelled, skinned hazelnuts, coarsely chopped
Nonstick vegetable oil spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Using an electric mixer, cream together shortening and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add anise extract and vanilla extract, and mix well.
  • In a separate bowl, sift together 4 cups of flour, cream of tartar and baking powder. Stir in anise seeds and hazelnuts. Gradually add to shortening mixture, mixing well; dough will be soft and sticky.
  • Turn dough onto a lightly floured work surface. Using floured hands, lightly knead the dough, sprinkling with flour as needed until dough is soft but no longer sticky. Pat dough into four loaves a scant 1/2 inch high (they will rise when baked), about 3 inches wide, and 6 to 8 inches long.
  • Spray two baking sheets with oil, and place loaves on them. Bake until lightly browned, about 25 minutes. Remove from oven, and cut diagonally into slices about 1 inch wide. Place slices cut-side down and return to oven to bake until undersides are light golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Turn cookies and bake again 8 to 10 minutes until cookies are hard and golden brown on both sides.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 108, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 32 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ap23ap
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These biscotti are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. I highly recommend them!


Hamza fahad
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I've made these biscotti several times now and they're always a hit. I love the way they look, smell, and taste. They're the perfect addition to any coffee or tea break.


Ijaz Ullah
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These biscotti are a great way to use up leftover nuts and dried fruit. I always have a bag of walnuts and cranberries in my pantry, so I can make these biscotti whenever I'm in the mood for a sweet treat.


TORIKA Naiova
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and the ingredients are all things I usually have on hand. I also appreciate that the recipe doesn't require any special equipment. I can make these biscotti in my regular oven.


Qasim Javed
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These biscotti are the perfect gift for any occasion. I've given them to friends, family, and co-workers, and everyone has loved them. They're a delicious and thoughtful way to show someone you care.


Malindu Sanchitha
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These biscotti are a great make-ahead snack. I made a batch on the weekend and they're still fresh and delicious a week later. They're perfect for packing in my lunch or snacking on in the afternoon.


Fazal Mengal
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I'm not a big fan of biscotti, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I was pleasantly surprised. These biscotti are delicious! They're crispy, flavorful, and not too sweet. I'll definitely be making these again.


Habib Golkan
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I made these biscotti for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make and they're perfect for any occasion.


Alimam Rain
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These are the best biscotti I've ever had! They're crispy, flavorful, and addictive. I can't stop eating them! Thanks for sharing this amazing recipe.


Gherasim Adrian
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I've tried many biscotti recipes over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. The dough is easy to work with and the biscotti bake up perfectly. I love the subtle sweetness and the hint of anise. These biscotti are perfect for dunking in coffe


Aracely Morales
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These biscotti turned out amazing! I used a combination of walnuts and dried cranberries, and the flavors complemented each other perfectly. The biscotti were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, just the way I like them.


Alimemon Memon
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Aunt Gen's Biscotti is a delightful treat that combines the perfect balance of crunch and chewiness. The addition of nuts and dried fruit adds an extra layer of flavor and texture that makes these biscotti truly special. I highly recommend trying thi