Black Pepper Biscotti

Ingredients

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Combine flour, pepper, baking powder, baking soda and salt.

Whisk together butter and sugar. Beat in eggs and egg whites, one at a time, mixing well to distribute the butter.

Add the dry ingredients and mix until almost smooth.

Stin in figs. Working on a floured surface, shape the dough into 2 logs, each about 14 inches long and 1-1/2 inches thick.

Place the logs on a prepared baking sheet and press the tops to flatten to 1/2 inch high.

Bake for 18 to 23 minutes,or until firm to the touch.

Transfer the logs to a rack to cool. Reduce the oven temperature to 300 degrees.

Cut the logs diagonally into 1/2-inch thick slices.

Stand the slices upright on the baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes.

Let cool before storing.

Nutrition Facts

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.