Spanish Anise Sticks

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Title: Spanish Anise Sticks
Categories: Cookies
Yield: 36 servings

2 c All-purpose flour
1 ts Baking powder
1/4 ts Salt
3/4 c Sugar
1/4 c Shortening
2 Eggs; well beaten
2 dr Anise oil

Heat oven to 375. Blend dry ingredeints; cut in shortening until
particles are like large peas. Stir in eggs and anise oil. Mix thoroughly
with hands. Using 1/2 dough at a time roll 1/4" thick on lightly floured
board. Cut in sticks 4 x 1/2". Place on ungreased baking sheet about 1/2"
apart. Brush with soft or melted butter or margarine. Bake 10-12 minutes.
Makes 36-48 cookies Pat Dwigans

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