Easter Biscuits/Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 180C/350Fgas mark 4.
2. 2
   Line a baking sheet with greaseproof paper.
3. 3
   Cream together the butter, caster sugar and lemon zest.
4. 4
   Beat in the egg.
5. 5
   Fold in flour, caraway seeds and currants.
6. 6
   Roll out the dough 5 mm (1/4 inch) thick on a floured board.
7. 7
   Cut into large rounds and carefully lift them onto a baking sheet.
8. 8
   Prick with fork and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
9. 9
   Bake in the preheated oven for 10 - 15 minutes until set and pale golden.
10. 10
    leave on a wire rack to crisp and cool.