Cherry Biscotti

Directions

1. 1
   For the Biscotti: Preheat oven to 350F
2. 2
   In a large bowl, stir together flour, baking soda and anise seed; stir in cherries and pistachio nuts.
3. 3
   In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar and vanilla; stir into flour mixture to make soft sticky dough.
4. 4
   Turn out onto lightly floured surface; divide in half and place on greased baking sheet.
5. 5
   Shape into two 9x13 inch rectangles.
6. 6
   Topping: Brush dough with egg white; sprinkle with sugar.
7. 7
   Bake in 350F oven for 15-18 minutes or until light golden on top and golden brown on sides.
8. 8
   Let cool on pan on rack for 20 minutes.
9. 9
   Transfer to cutting board.
10. 10
    With serrated knife, cut diagonally into 1/2 inch thick slices.
11. 11
    Stand slices up, about 1/2 inch apart, on baking sheet.
12. 12
    Bake in 275F oven for 35-40 minutes or until golden and completely dry.