Almond Biscotti

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Heat your oven to 350º.

In a mixing bowl combine all ingredients and mix together thoroughly:

10 Tblsp. soft butter

1-1/2 cups sugar

1 tsp. vanilla

1/2 tsp. almond extract

3 eggs

3-1/4 cups flour

1 Tblsp. baking powder

1/3 tsp. salt

Stir in 1-1/2 to 2 cups chopped, toasted almonds (to toast them beforehand, spread them onto a baking sheet and put them in the oven for 10-12 minutes @350º - then cool completely before using)

Divide the dough into 4 equal portions.

Form into (4) logs - put two 'logs' onto each baking sheet. (approx. 10" long  X 2" wide X 1/2" high)

Brush with lightly beaten egg white.

Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the top begins to get golden.

Remove from the oven. Cool slightly. Cut into 1/3 - 1/2" slices.  Lay them flat onto the baking sheets, return to the oven and bake another 10-12 minutes until they're golden.