Raisin Walnut Biscotti

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350.
2. 2
   Grease a large cookie sheet.
3. 3
   In a large bowl, beat the butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla together.
4. 4
   Stir in the flour, baking powder and cinnamon.
5. 5
   Add the raisins and walnuts, and stir to blend.
6. 6
   Divide the dough in half.
7. 7
   Shape each half into a long loaf, about 1 1/2 inches thick.
8. 8
   Place the logs onto the prepared cookie sheet.
9. 9
   Flatten slightly.
10. 10
    Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until firm.
11. 11
    With a sharp knife, cut the loaves diagonally into 1/2 inch thick slices.
12. 12
    Place the slices cut sided down back onto the cookie sheet.
13. 13
    Bake for about 6 minutes, turn the cookies and bake for another 6 minutes or so until lightly browned.
14. 14
    Cool on a rack.