Moustokouloura

Directions

1. 1

   Karen Mintzias 3 1/2 c All-purpose flour -plus extra for kneading 2 ts Baking soda 1 tb Freshly ground cinnamon 1 tb Freshly ground cloves 1

2. 2

   grated zest) 1 c Orange juice Sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and cloves into a large bowl, making a well in the center

3. 3

   In a smaller bowl, beat the olive oil with the honey, petimezi, grated orange zest, and 1/2 the orange juice and pour into the well

4. 4

   Mix together to make a dough, adding the remaining orange juice as necessary

5. 5

   Turn onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until the dough is smooth but not stiff

6. 6

   Cover with a cloth and leave to relax for 30 minutes or longer

7. 7

   Break off pieces of dough, about 2 tablespoonfuls each, and roll into snakes about 1/2-inch in diameter

8. 8

   Press the two ends together, forming oval wreaths, and place on an oiled or non-stick baking sheet