Biscochitos

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   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

2. 2

   Beat lard in mixer until creamy.

3. 3

   Add 2/3 cup sugar, beat until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Add the egg and rum and mix until blended.

5. 5

   Add the flour, baking powder, anise seed and salt.

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   Beat until a smooth dough is formed.

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   Roll dough on a lightly floured surface to a 1/4-inch thickness.

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   Cut the dough into desired shapes.

9. 9

   In a shallow bowl, combine cinnamon and remaining sugar.

10. 10

    Dredge 1 side of cookie in cinnamon sugar mixture.

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    Place cookie, sugared side up, on ungreased baking sheets.

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    Bake for 8 to10 minutes or until golden brown, rotating the baking sheets halfway through the cooking time.

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    Allow cookies to cool on a cooling rack.

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