Nut Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Beat 2 of the eggs and add the sugar and oil, beating to blend well.
2. 2
   Add the water.
3. 3
   Sift the flour, baking powder, cinnamon and cloves together, blending well.
4. 4
   Mix into the creamed mixture.
5. 5
   Stir in the nuts and orange rind, blending well.
6. 6
   Divide the dough into 6 parts.
7. 7
   Roll each part, on a floured board, and shape into a loaf.
8. 8
   Press each loaf a little.
9. 9
   Place the loaves on a large cookie sheet.
10. 10
    Beat the remaining egg and brush it on top of the loaves and sprinkle with the sugar.
11. 11
    Bake in a preheated 350F (180C) F oven for 25 minutes or until lightly browned.
12. 12
    Remove the loaves and cool slightly.
13. 13
    Cut each loaf diagonally into biscuits.