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Ingredients

• 1 package active dry yeast
• 1 tbsp loose tea leaves
• 1 tsp grated lemon zest
• 4 cloves
• 1/4 lb unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
• 1 tbsp shortening
• 1/2 cup granulated white sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 eggs
• 1 tbsp brandy
• 1/2 cup milk, scalded and cooled
• 5 cups unbleached, all-purpose flour
• Vegetable oil, as needed to coat the dough
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1 1/2 tbsp coarse sugar crystals
• 1 quart whipping cream
• 3/4 cup white sugar, (for the cream)
• crushed Marcona almonds, for garnish
• diced candied orange peel, for garnish