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INGREDIENTS
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Cookie ingredients:
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2 cups cornstarch
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus additional for dusting
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon fine salt
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2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature
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2/3 cup granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons brandy
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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4 large egg yolks
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Powdered sugar, for dusting
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Mexican Cajeta (Caramel filling)
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1 quart goat milk (or use regular whole milk; see Cook's Note)
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1 whole vanilla bean, split and with seeds, optional
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda