Godiva Biscotti

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
2. 2
   Beat the eggs until light, add the sugar gradually and beat until the mixture is ribbony, about 10 minutes.
3. 3
   Stir in the orange rind and Godiva Liqueur.
4. 4
   Add the sifted ingredients and blend on low speed until incorporated.
5. 5
   Fold in the almonds, hazelnuts, and pine nuts until blended.
6. 6
   With lightly floured hands, form 3 loaves, each 12 inches long and 2 inches wide; place on a buttered baking sheet and brush with egg wash.
7. 7
   Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven for 20 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven, and using a serrated knife, immediately cut diagonally into 3/4 inch slices.
8. 8
   Lay the slices on their sides on a sheet pan, return to the oven and bake for 6 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove from the oven, cool and store in a tightly covered container.
9. 9
   Serve drizzled with additional Godiva Liqueur.