BISCOCHOS

(Mexican Wedding Cookies)

INGREDIENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

Three(3)  pounds of flour;

1 1/2 pounds pure lard;

1/2 pound of regular sugar;

Dash of Salt;

Dash of Baking Powder;

Five (5) eggs (well-beaten);

and

1/2 cup pineapple juice;

Granulated sugar; and

Cinnamon

Mix all the ingredients, including granulated sugar and cinnamon, together  forming cookie dough;

Roll out into a flat sheet  and cut into desired shapes;

Bake in oven at 375 degrees until lightly browned;

Remove from oven.

OPTIONAL:  Roll in mixture of 50% granulated sugar and 50% cinnamon;

Cookies are ready to serve.

SERVING                       SUGGESTIONS

Biscochos are traditionally served at Mexican Weddings.  They are also known as Mexican Wedding Cakes or Cookies.  They can be served out of the oven or at room temperature.  The granulated sugar does tend to shake off so make sure to have napkins handy.  Special Thanks to repeat contributor Mrs. Eva Medina.  Be sure to check out her other contribution Roast Duck in Currant Sauce.