Paximadia (Zwieback)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

2. 2

   Lightly grease two baking sheets.

3. 3

   Beat oil and sugar.

4. 4

   Add eggs one at a time.

5. 5

   In bowl, measure and mix together 2 cups flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, nuts, and sesame seeds.

6. 6

   Add flour mixture to egg mixture and add remaining flour as necessary to make a soft dough.

7. 7

   Divide dough into four equal balls.

8. 8

   Roll each to 12 inches long x 3 inches wide and 1/4-inch thick.

9. 9

   Bake for 15 minutes on prepared baking sheets.

10. 10

    Remove loaves from oven.

11. 11

    While warm, slice 3/4-inch thick diagonally or straight across.

12. 12

    Place each slice cut side down back on baking sheet.

13. 13

    Return to oven and lightly brown about 5 minutes per side to make a light toast.

14. 14

    Yield: 5 dozen