Walnut Almond Biscotti

Directions

Preheat oven to 350℉ (180℃).

Sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and pepper.

In a large bowl mix together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add the eggs, beating them in one at a time. Add the orange and lemon zests and the vanilla and almond extracts.

Fold in the sifted dry ingredients and nuts, being careful not to overmix.

Shape the dough into a flattish log appx 3 inches wide and a length that comfortably fits your baking sheet.

If necessary, make 2 logs. Lay the logs on a greased cookie sheet and bake in oven for appx 20 mins.

Remove from the oven and let cool.

Using a serrated bread knife, cut the log or logs crosswise into ¾ inch wide pieces.

Lay the cookies cut side down on a greased cookie sheet and bake again at 350 until golden brown, about 15 minutes.

Remove from oven and let cool.

Store in tins. Makes 24 cookies