Almond biscotti

This tasty Italian treat is the perfect thing to go with your afternoon cuppa, and is a slightly healthier alternative to some other biscuits. If you can manage to not eat it all, this delicious biscotti makes a beautiful gift presented in a jar, or wrapped in cellophane.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup plain almonds
• ⅔ cup caster sugar
• 2 eggs
• The zest of one orange
• 2 cups plain flour
• ½ cup dried cranberries
• ¼ teaspoon baking powder