preparation
Generously grease cookie sheets. Sift together and set aside the flour and baking powder. Put eggs into a liquid measuring cup. Add water, if necessary (enough to make 1/2 cup liquid). Put into a mixing bowl with sugar and anise flavoring. Beat until very thick and piled softly. Fold in the dry ingredients, sifting in about 1/4 at a time. Use a pastry bag or drop by teaspoonfuls onto the cookie sheets, about 2-inches apart. Set cookie sheets aside in a cool place (not in refrigerator) 8 to 10 hours or overnight. Do not cover cookies and do not disturb! Bake at 350° for 5 to 6 minutes. Remove to cooling racks to cool completely. Cookies form a cake like layer on the bottom with a crisp "frosting" on the top. Makes about 4 dozen. Recipe may be doubled. |