Sicilian Easter Bread (Pastelli Di Pasqua)
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Serves/Makes: 18
Ready in: 1-2 hrs
- 4 cups flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground anise (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 cup sugar
- 6 hard-boiled, colored eggs
- 1 egg, beaten
***Topping***
- colored sprinkles or sliced almonds (optional)
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Sift flour, baking powder, anise and salt into mixing bowl. Cut in shortening. Add eggs, one at at a time and mix. Add orange juice and sugar. Mix until dough is soft. Knead 10 minutes, or until smooth and shiny. Place in covered bowl. Let rest for half an hour. Roll dough under palms of hands on floured board; flatten slightly. Shape into large ring. Press colored eggs on top of ring. Brush dough with beaten egg, decorate with sprinkles or almonds, if desired. Bake 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
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