Greek Easter Cookies

2 1/4 c Flour

1 1/4 ts Baking powder

1/4 ts Salt

1/2 c Butter, softened

1 c Powdered Sugar

1 Egg

2 tb Brandy or Milk

1 t Vanilla

1 Egg Yolk +

1 tb Milk beaten together

3 tb Sesame Seeds

In a medium bowl combine the flour, baking powder, salt and set aside. In a large bowl combine butter and sugar, beating until fluffy. Add egg, brandy, vanilla and beat well after each addition. Add flour mixture / cup at a time blending will after each addition. Roll 1 teaspoon of dough on a lightly floured surface into

a 6 inch rope, fold in half and twist 2 or 3 times, pinch ends together. Place 1 inch apart on 3 greased cookie sheets. Brush with egg/milk mixture. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake 10-13 minutes in a preheated 375oF oven until golden. Cool on rack. Store in an air

tight container at room temperature. Makes 4/ dozen cookies. Source: "The Yankee Kitchen" 03-31-93 (#1) [Carmella]