Anise Cutout Cookies

Anise Cutout Cookies


2 cups shortening


1 cup sugar

2 eggs

2 teaspoons aniseed

6 cups flour

1 tablespoon baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 cup apple juice

1/2 cup sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon



In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar until fluffy; add eggs and

aniseed. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed

mixture. Add apple juice and mix well. On a floured surface, knead

until well blended, about 4-5 minutes. Roll dough to 1/2-inch

thickness; cut into 2-inch shapes. Place on greased baking sheets.

Bake at 375 fro 12-16 minutes or until lightly browned. Combine sugar

and cinnamon; roll cookies in the mixture while still warm. Cool on

wire racks. Makes 5 dozen.