Biscotti Di Regina (Queen's Biscuits)

Directions

Lightly grease 2 cookie sheets.

Heat the oven to 375℉ (190℃).

Sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt into a bowl.

Cut in the shortening with a pastry blender or two knives, until the pieces are the size of small peas.

Stir in the eggs and the milk (1 tablespoon at a time) to make a soft dough.

Mix together thoroughly.

Break the dough into small pieces and roll each between the palms of your hands to form rolls about 1½ inches in length.

Flatten the rolls slightly and roll them in the sesame seeds.

Place about ¾ inch apart on the prepared cookie sheets.

Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly browned.