Raisin Walnut Biscotti

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These are simple and wonderful. I got the recipe from a booklet put out by diamond walnuts and sunmaid raisins. Time is approximate, and includes both preparation and baking together.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 350.

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Grease a large cookie sheet.

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In a large bowl , beat the butter , sugar , eggs and vanilla together.

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Stir in the flour , baking powder and cinnamon.

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Add the raisins and walnuts , and stir to blend.

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Divide the dough in half.

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Shape each half into a long loaf , about 1 1 / 2 inches thick.

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Place the logs onto the prepared cookie sheet.

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Flatten slightly.

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Bake for 18 to 20 minutes , or until firm.

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With a sharp knife , cut the loaves diagonally into 1 / 2 inch thick slices.

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Place the slices cut sided down back onto the cookie sheet.

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Bake for about 6 minutes , turn the cookies and bake for another 6 minutes or so until lightly browned.

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Cool on a rack.

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Ingredients

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butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, walnuts, raisins