Raisin and Nut Cookies
INGREDIENTS
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Pabassinas)
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MAKES 4 1/2 DOZEN COOKIES
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These cookies, traditionally made for the Day of the Dead, November 1, are so popular that they're eaten year-round.
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FOR THE COOKIES:
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4 cups type "00" flour
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3/4 cup sugar
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1 7-gram package active dry yeast
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3/4 cup lard
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1/2 tsp. anise extract
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1 tsp. baking powder
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1 cup raisins
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1 tsp. vanilla extract
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1 1/2 cups shelled walnuts, finely chopped
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1 cup blanched almonds, finely chopped
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FOR THE ICING:
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2 egg whites
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4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
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2 tsp. fresh lemon juice
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3 tbsp. rainbow sprinkles
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