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Koulourakia (Greek Butter Twist)  
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/4 cup butter, softened  
/4 cup shortening  
cup granulatedsugar  
eggs  
teaspoon vanilla extract  
cups all−purpose flour  
tablespoon baking powder  
/4 teaspoon baking soda  
egg yolk, beaten  
tablespoon water  
to 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon  
to 3 teaspoons sesame seeds  
Cream butter and shortening in a large mixing bowl; gradually add sugar, beating well at medium  
speed of electric mixer. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla extract;  
beat until blended. Combine flour, baking powder and baking soda; gradually add to creamed  
mixture, mixing after each addition. Chill dough 1 to 2 hours.  
Divide dough into fourths. Divide each fourth into 16 portions. Roll each portion into a 4−inch rope;  
fold each rope in half, and twist. Place twists 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets. Combine egg  
yolk and water; brush over twists. Sprinkle lightly with cinnamon and sesame seeds. Bake at 325  
degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes or until light golden brown. Immediately transfer to wire racks to cool.  
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