Greek easter cookies

 
                            GREEK EASTER COOKIES
 
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 Serving Size  : 54   Preparation Time :0:00
 Categories    : Cookies
 
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
 --------  ------------  --------------------------------
    2 1/4   c            Flour
    1 1/4   ts           Baking powder
      1/4   ts           Salt
      1/2   c            Butter, softened
    1       c            Powdered Sugar
    1                    Egg
    2       tb           Brandy or Milk
    1       t            Vanilla
    1                    Egg Yolk +
    1       tb           Milk beaten together
    3       tb           Sesame Seeds
 
   In a medium bowl combine the flour, baking powder,
   salt and set aside. In a large bowl combine butter and
   sugar, beating until fluffy. Add egg, brandy, vanilla
   and beat well after each addition. Add flour mixture /
   cup at a time blending will after each addition. Roll
   1 teaspoon of dough on a lightly floured surface into
   a 6 inch rope, fold in half and twist 2 or 3 times,
   pinch ends together. Place 1 inch apart on 3 greased
   cookie sheets. Brush with egg/milk mixture. Sprinkle
   with sesame seeds. Bake 10-13 minutes in a preheated
   375oF oven until golden. Cool on rack. Store in an air
   tight container at room temperature. Makes 4/ dozen
   cookies.
   
   Source: "The Yankee Kitchen" 03-31-93 (#1) [Carmella]
  
 
 
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