MANDEL BREAD (TRADITIONAL JEWISH HOLIDAY COOKIE)

Mandel Bread (traditional Jewish holiday cookie) image

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

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1/2 cup cooking oil
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
2 cups sifted flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon almond flavoring
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, , almonds,or pecans
1 teaspoon lemon, zest of

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350° degrees F.
Beat eggs, add sugar and oil and mix well.
Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
Refrigerate dough for several hours or overnight.
On heavily floured surface, shape into 3 narrow loaves.
Bake on floured sheet for 20- 25 minutes.
Slice diagonally while hot.
Place slices on greased and floured sheet and toast for 2 minutes per side at 450°F.