Posted by sherry on November 23, 2000 at 20:01:39:
In Reply to: ISO: Holiday Cookies with anise posted by MargeM on November 23, 2000 at 19:38:49:
: similar to Pfeffernuesse.PS. Great site. E-mailed it to both daughter-in-laws.
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Mary Mazzie's Anise Cookies
" These cookies resemble biscotti, but are more tender, light & excellent with coffee. "
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 pinch salt
6 eggs
1 1/2 cups white sugar
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon anise extract
Directions
1 Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2 In a medium bowl, stir together the flour and baking powder; set aside. In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs until they are light and fluffy. Gradually add sugar and beat for about 3 minutes. Stir in the oil and anise extract. Fold in the dry ingredients until well blended. Spread the mixture into a 9x13 inch pan and bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven.
3 When the pan cools slightly, cut the cookie down the middle, lengthwise. Cut each half into 1/2 inch slices. Place slices onto a cookie sheet and return to the oven long enough to brown on each side, like toast. Store in a tightly covered container.
Makes 2 dozen