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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Ingredients:
3/4 cup sugar |
2 eggs |
8 egg yolks |
3 tablespoons brandy |
1 cup whipping cream |
5 cups all-purpose flour |
1 teaspoon ground cardamom |
vegetable oil |
powdered sugar |
Directions:
1. Combine 3/4 cup sugar, eggs, egg yolks, and brandy in a large mixing bowl; beat until thick and lemon colored. Gradually add whipping cream; beat well.
2. Sift together flour and cardamom in a medium mixing bowl; add to sugar mixture, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring well after each addition. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
3. Turn out a small portion of dough onto a lightly floured surface; roll to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into 3- x 2-inch diamonds; make a 3/4-inch lengthwise slit in the center of each, and gently pull one corner through as far as possible without tearing.
4. Drop 3 to 4 at a time into 4 inches of hot oil (375°). Cook 2 minutes, turning once or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels; sift powdered sugar over tops of cookies. Repeat procedure with remaining dough.
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