Orange-Walnut Biscotti

Directions

1. 1
   In mixer bowl place flour, sugar, baking soda and salt.
2. 2
   In small bowl mix eggs, yolk, vanilla and zest.
3. 3
   With paddle attachment, blend flour mixture, then add egg mixture.
4. 4
   As soon as it begins to ball up, add walnuts.
5. 5
   Mix just until dough forms.
6. 6
   Turn out to floured board.
7. 7
   If the dough is too dry add a tablespoon of cold water.
8. 8
   Knead once or twice to form a cohesive dough.
9. 9
   Divide into two pieces and form logs 12 inches long by 2 inches wide.
10. 10
    Place on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly oiled.
11. 11
    Flatten them slightly with your hand.
12. 12
    Bake for 45-50 min until firm.
13. 13
    Cool on rack for 10 minute.
14. 14
    Cut on diagonal about 3/4 inch wide, lay on cut side and bake for 7 minutes.
15. 15
    Turn each cookie over and bake an additional 7 minutes.
16. 16
    Cool completely and store.