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PREHEAT oven to 325 degrees F & grease your baking sheet.
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MICROWAVE 2/3 cup morsels in uncovered, microwave-safe bowl on HIGH (100%) power for 10 to 15 seconds; STIR.
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The morsels may retain some of their original shape; if necessary, microwave at additional 10- to 15-second intervals, stirring just until morsels are melted.
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COMBINE flour, baking powder and salt in small bowl.
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Beat sugar and butter in large bowl until light and fluffy; add eggs and almond extract; beat until combined.
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Stir in melted chocolate; gradually stir in flour mixture then stir in slivered almonds and 1/2 cup morsels.
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SHAPE dough with floured hands on prepared baking sheet into 12 x 3-inch log; round top.
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BAKE for 40 minutes or until slightly firm to the touch and cracked on top; cool on baking sheet for 10 minutes.
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Slide log onto cutting board and cut into 18 even slices then return to baking sheet cut side down.
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Bake for additional 10 to 15 minutes or until firm.
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then remove to wire rack to cool completely.
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Place remaining chocolate morsels in small, heavy-duty plastic bag and microwave on HIGH (100%) power for 30 to 45 seconds; knead.
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Cut a tiny corner from bag and drizzle over cooled biscotti.
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Let stand until drizzle is set and store in airtight container at room temperature.
