Gouda Biscotti

Name: Gouda Biscotti
Ingredients: 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast; 1/2 cup warm water; 6 tablespoons warm water; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting; 8 ounces aged gouda cheese, shredded (aged at least 4 years, about 2 cups); 1/2 cup almonds or 1/2 cup walnuts, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

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Ingredients

2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water
6 tablespoons warm water
1 tablespoon sugar
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
8 ounces aged gouda cheese, shredded (aged at least 4 years, about 2 cups)
1/2 cup almonds or 1/2 cup walnuts, finely chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Directions

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["In a medium bowl, combine yeast with 1/2 c warm water. Let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes. Add sugar and 3/4 c flour. Stir well and let stand until very foamy, about 30 minutes.", "In bowl of a stand mixer, combine remaining 2 c flour with shredded cheese, nuts and salt. With paddle attachment, add sponge from first step along with remaining 6 tbsp water and the butter. Work until a dough is formed. Change to dough hook and knead until smooth, about 3 minutes.", "Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or Silpat. Divide dough into 3 pieces, forming each into a log about 12\" long and 3\"" wide. Place logs on baking sheet about 2\"" apart. Cover with lightly damp paper towel