Instructions

  1. Set oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and almonds.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together, eggs, sugar, butter, vanilla, almond extract and grated orange rind; stir into flour mixture until a soft sticky dough forms.
  4. Transfer to a lighty floured surface; form into a smooth ball.
  5. Divide dough in half.
  6. Roll each into a 12-inch long log (doesn't have to be exact).
  7. Transfer to a ungreased baking sheet.
  8. Brush tops with slightly beaten egg white.
  9. Bake for 20 minutes.
  10. Remove from oven; let cool on pan for 5 minutes.
  11. Transfer each log to a cutting board.
  12. Using a serrated knife cut diagonally into 3/4-inch thick slices.
  13. Stand cookies upright (on cut sides) on baking sheet.
  14. Bake for 20-25 minutes longer, or until golden.
  15. Transfer to a rack; cool.
  16. Note: cookies can be stored in an airtight container for 2 weeks.