Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c. flour
  • 1 1/2 c. corn meal
  • 3/4 c. brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. grated lemon zest
  • 2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/4 lb. hazelnuts
  • 1/2 c. golden raisins

Method

  • Heat oven to 325°.
  • Lightly oil and flour large baking sheet. Whisk together flour, corn meal, sugar, lemon zest, baking powder and salt.
  • In another bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup water, eggs and vanilla; stir into dry mixture and stir in nuts and raisins. Divide dough into 3 equal parts.
  • On heavily floured surface, shape each portion into log about 13-inches long by 2-inches wide.
  • Place on baking sheet 2 inches apart.
  • Cool for 30 minutes.
  • Slice on diagonal into 1/2-inch slices.
  • Place on baking sheet and bake 15 minutes until very dry.
  • Cool completely.
  • Store in airtight container.