Lacy Almond-Orange Cookies

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   Preheat oven to 375F, with racks in middle and lower thirds.

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   In a food processor, pulse almonds and anise seeds until coarsely ground.

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   Transfer mixture to a small saucepan.

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   Add butter, sugar, honey, and salt.

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   Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring once to combine ingredients as butter melts.

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   Boil 1 minute; remove from heat.

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   Stir in flour and zest.

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   Working quickly, drop batter by teaspoonfuls, 2 1/2 inches apart, onto parchment-lined baking sheets.

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   Bake until golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes, rotating sheets halfway through.

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    Let cool completely on sheets on wire racks.

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    (Cookies can be stored between sheets of parchment in airtight containers up to 2 days at room temperature.)

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    (Per 2 Cookies)

13. 13

    Calories: 88

14. 14

    Fat: 7g (3g Saturated Fat)

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    Protein: 2g

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    Carbohydrates: 6g

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    Fiber: 1g

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.