Susanna's Orange Almond Biscotti

Ingredients

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted and cooled
• 2-3 tablespoons orange extract
• 2 tablespoons almond extract
• 3 eggs
• 2 3/4 cups flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 cup sliced almonds

Directions

1. 1

   Combine sugar, butter and extracts.

2. 2

   Beat in eggs until lightly whipped.

3. 3

   Combine flour and baking powder. Sift into sugar mixtures and stir thoroughly.

4. 4

   Add almonds.

5. 5

   Shape mixture with hands onto waxed paper. Make 2 long thin loaves OR 3 shorter loaves about 1/2 inch thick.

6. 6

   Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.

7. 7

   Bake at 375°F for 15 to 20 minutes until lightly brown.

8. 8

   Let cool on cookie sheet for about 10 minutes.

9. 9

   Cut into 3/4 inch slices.

10. 10

    Place slice close together, cut side down.

11. 11

    Bake AGAIN at 375°F for 10 to 15 minutes longer or until lightly toasted and golden around the edges.

12. 12

    Cool on wire racks.

13. 13

    Store in airtight containers.