Chris Olbekson’s Lemon Almond Biscotti

4 eggs
1 1/2 cup sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons grated lemon zest
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons almond extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sliced almonds

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

With the paddle attachment of mixer, combine eggs, sugar, oil, zest, extracts and salt.

Add the flour, baking powder and almonds and stir until the dough forms. Turn out onto a floured surface and knead until smooth. Make two logs and sprinkle the top with sugar.

Bake about 30 minutes and let cool for 10 minutes.

Slice into 10 pieces and bake again until crispy, about 20 minutes.

Ouisie’s Table
a restaurant, bar and gardens, is located at 3939 San Felipe Road. The restaurant can be reached at 713/528-2264.