Kahk al-Eid Sugar Cookies

1. 1

   Place the semolina flour and salt into a medium bowl, and cut in shortening using a pastry blender or a fork.

2. 2

   Pour in a cup of boiling water, and mix to form a solid dough.

3. 3

   Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface, and knead for a minute or two to be sure the dough is well-blended.

4. 4

   Cover the dough and let stand for at least one hour, but not longer than overnight.

5. 5

   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

6. 6

   Grease cookie sheets, or line with parchment paper.

7. 7

   In a medium bowl, mix together the white sugar, ground nuts, cinnamon and orange blossom water so that the mixture is uniform.

8. 8

   Set aside.

9. 9

   Knead dough again briefly, and form into walnut-sized balls.

10. 10

    Make a hole in the center using your finger.

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    Fill the hole with the nut mixture, and seal the dough up over it.

12. 12

    Place cookies at least 1 inch apart onto the prepared cookie sheets.

13. 13

    Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned.

14. 14

    Dust with confectioners' sugar while still hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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