Benne Wafers

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 425.

2. 2

   Toast the sesame seeds in a pie pan in the oven for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until deep golden.

3. 3

   Transfer to a plate and let cool.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, sift the flour with the cream of tartar, baking soda and 1 teaspoon of salt.

5. 5

   Cut in the lard until the mixture resembles coarse meal.

6. 6

   Stir in the sesame seeds and the milk and mix until blended.

7. 7

   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly.

8. 8

   Divide the dough in half.

9. 9

   Roll out 1 piece of dough as thinly as possible (at most 1/8 inch thick).

10. 10

    Prick the dough all over with a fork and stamp out 2-inch rounds.

11. 11

    Transfer the rounds to a large baking sheet and sprinkle with salt.

12. 12

    Bake for about 14 minutes, or until deep golden brown.

13. 13

    Let cool slightly, then transfer to a rack.

14. 14

    Repeat with the remaining dough.

15. 15

    Serve the wafers warm or at room temperature.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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