Lemon Almond Biscotti

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb sweet almonds
• 6 egg whites
• 1 lb granulated sugar
• 4 oz all-purpose flour
• 6 egg yolks
• Zest of 2 large lemons

Method

1. 1 Blanch almonds in cold water, peel, and grind to a fine powder.
2. 2 Whip egg whites to stiff peaks. Gradually fold in the ground almonds.
3. 3 Sift sugar and flour together. Beat egg yolks and lemon zest, then mix into the almond mixture.
4. 4 Fold in the dry ingredients gently. Beat the batter for 30 minutes until light and airy.
5. 5 Spoon into tin pans, sprinkle with sugar, and bake in a hot oven (425°F) with the door slightly ajar.