Biscotti Di Zia Lena - Aunt Lena’s Cookies
- 3 cups flour
- 2 tsp. baking powder
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Mix all dry ingredients except nuts; blend shortening with hands; beat eggs and add to mixture. Add milk gradually and form a ball. Knead and mold dough until smooth. Roll small pieces into 3 inch oblong shapes. Sprinkle tops with chopped nuts. Bake in a moderate oven about 15 minutes or until golden brown.Makes about 3 dozen, depending on the size desired.