LEBKUCHEN

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups honey
• 1 cup sifted flour
• 6 eggs
• 1 lb. powdered sugar
• 1/2 tsp. baking soda
• 1 tsp. cloves
• 1 tsp. mace
• Grated rind of 2 lemons
• 1 lb. candied citron and mixed fruits
• 4 cups flour
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 2 tsp. cinnamon
• 1 lb. chopped almonds

Instructions:

1. Heat honey slightly and stir in sifted flour.
2. Beat lightly and work into honey mixture 6 eggs.
3. Combine honey and egg mixture with powdered sugar, baking soda, spices, lemon rind, candied fruits, and remaining flour and salt.
4. Place in refrigerator overnight.
5. Roll on a well-floured board to about 1/4 inch thick and cut with a biscuit cutter.
6. Bake on a well-greased cookie sheet at 400 degrees for 10 minutes.
7. Remove from the pan immediately and brush with frosting made of powdered sugar and lemon juice while still warm.