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Rosquillas de Ledesma with Cinnamon Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 cup lard or vegetable shortening
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Special Equipment Needed:
- Rolling pin
- Baking sheet
- Pastry brush

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
3. Cut in the lard or vegetable shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Add the cold water and mix until a soft dough forms.
5. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/4 inch thickness.
6. Cut the dough into 2-inch circles and place on a lightly greased baking sheet.
7. Brush the tops of the rosquillas with a little water and sprinkle with the cinnamon and sugar.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: Makes about 24 rosquillas

Nutritional Information (per rosquilla):
Calories: 90
Fat: 4 g
Carbohydrates: 12 g
Protein: 1 g

Substitutions for Ingredients:
- For the lard or vegetable shortening, you can also use butter or margarine.
- For the ground cinnamon, you can also use ground nutmeg or ground cardamom.

Variations:
- For a sweeter rosquilla, you can add more sugar to the dough.
- For a savory rosquilla, you can add herbs and spices such as oregano, thyme, or garlic powder.

Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the dough is rolled out evenly so the rosquillas bake evenly.
- Use a pastry brush to evenly spread the water and sugar on the rosquillas.

Storage Instructions:
Rosquillas de Ledesma can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Reheating Instructions:
To reheat, place the rosquillas on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.

Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the rosquillas on a platter with a bowl of cinnamon and sugar for dipping.
- Place the rosquillas on a plate and sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Garnishes:
- Sprinkle with powdered sugar
- Drizzle with honey

Pairings:
- Coffee
- Tea
- Hot chocolate

Suggested Side Dishes:
- Fruit salad
- Yogurt
- Toast

Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the rosquillas are not baking evenly, make sure the dough is rolled out evenly.
- If the rosquillas are too dry, add a little more water to the dough.

Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure the rosquillas are cooked through before serving.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Food History:
Rosquillas de Ledesma is a traditional Spanish pastry that originated in the town of Ledesma in the province of Salamanca. The pastry is made with simple ingredients and is usually served with coffee or tea.

Flavor Profiles:
The rosquillas have a sweet and slightly nutty flavor from the cinnamon and sugar, and a light and fluffy texture from the lard or vegetable shortening.

Serving Suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert or snack.
- Serve with coffee or tea.

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Region: Spanish

Taste: Sweet, Spicy, Cinnamon, Crunchy, Cinnamon-Y