Spanish Tortas De Aceite

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Entered for safe-keeping. From june 2012 vegetarian times. In southern spain, these crisp, slightly sweet yeast biscuits are popular as a snack or for breakfast or tea. preparation time includes 1 hour for rising dough.

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Steps

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Whisk together flour , 3 tablespoons sugar , anise seeds , sesame seeds , orange zest , yeast , and salt together in large bowl.

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Stir in oil and 2 / 3 cup water to make soft dough.

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Cover bowl with plastic wrap , and let dough rise 1 to 2 hours , or until doubled in size.

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Preheat oven to 425f line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

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Spread remaining 1 / 2 cup sugar on plate.

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Divide dough into 16 equal pieces.

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Flatten each piece into small circle , and pull edges together toward center.

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Pinch to form ball with taut top to press out any air bubbles , and let rest 5 minutes.

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Roll each ball into 6-inch circle.

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Press each circle on one side into sugar , and place sugar-side-up on baking sheet.

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Bake 14-16 minutes , or until deep golden and crisp.

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Cool on wire rack , and keep stored in airtight container.

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Ingredients

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all-purpose flour, natural cane sugar, anise seed, sesame seeds, orange zest, instant yeast, salt, extra virgin olive oil, water