GREEK EASTER COOKIES FROM SMYRNA

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I acquired in this recipe while in Greece.

Provided by Rosina

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups butter
1 ½ cups white sugar
4 egg yolks
½ cup milk
8 cups sifted all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon orange zest
1 egg

Steps:

  • Sift together flour and baking powder and set aside. In large bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Add 4 egg yolks one at a time, beating well after each one. Add milk and flour.
  • Work with the hands until dough is smooth. Add grated orange rind. Dough should be stiff so add additional flour if needed.
  • Break off small portions of dough and roll out into pencil-size strips about 11 inches long. Fold each strip into thirds, sideways, and press lightly together at ends.
  • Place cookies on ungreased baking sheet. Brush tops with beaten egg. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 18 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17.9 g, Cholesterol 33.2 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 62.7 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

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