Tortas de Aceite

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The Torta de Aceite, is a light, crispy and flaky Sevillian biscuit. It is Spanish creation with more than 100 years of tradition behind it. The first torta was made in Seville, the capital of Andalusia.

The main ingredients are wheat flour, extra virgin olive oil, sesame seeds, anise seeds and anise flavor. Because extra virgin olive oil is used instead of other oils, it is a healthy alternative to other pastries.

Tortas are eaten at any time of day: for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or as a light dessert after dinner.

Perhaps the most famous torta-maker is Inés Rosales [1], who found an old Moorish recipe for tortas in 1910, and opened her own business making and selling tortas. The business was very successful, and Ines Rosales soon expanded. She and her company are now a synonymous with this delicious pastry.