Bones of the Dead is not a cheesy horror movie, or a bad fic involving dem bones and a legion of zombies; it is actually an Italian dessert. It's a light treat which is great for dunking into coffee and there are many possibilities for flavoring it.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound powdered sugar
  
• 3 eggs (separated)
  
• 3 tsp. baking powder
  
• 3 cups flour
  
• 1/2 tsp. vanilla or the flavoring of your choice (I suggest anise, vanilla, or lemon.)
  

Directions:

1. Mix the sugar, baking powder, and flour. Sift the mixture three times to get out any lumps or big pieces.

2. Separate the 3 eggs into 2 bowls. Using a hand whisk, beat the egg whites until they are stiff.

3. Beat the egg yolks with the flavoring you chose and add in the flour mixture.

4. Fold the stiffly beaten egg whites into the yolk/flour mixture. A dough will form, work it well with your hands.

5. Roll the dough into long strips which are about 1 inch in thickness. Cut each piece 2 inches long on a diagonal.

6. Place the pieces on a cookie sheet and leave it uncovered to dry overnight.

7. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown.