Italian Anise Slices

1. 1

   Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, cream butter, sugar and anise flavoring; beat in eggs, one at a time.

3. 3

   Add flour mixture and almonds.

4. 4

   Turn out on a floured pastry cloth and knead gently until smooth.

5. 5

   Divide dough in half.

6. 6

   Shape each half into a roll about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.

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   Place on lightly greased baking sheet.

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   Bake in a preheated 350u00b0 oven until firm to the touch, about 30 to 35 minutes.

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   Remove from oven and let cool slightly.

10. 10

    While still warm.

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    Cut rolls into crosswise slices about 1/2-inch thick.

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    Place cut side down on cookie sheet.

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    Return to oven and bake until toasted and dried out, about 10 to 20 minutes, longer if necessary. Turn once to toast and brown both sides.

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    Cool completely.

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    Store in a tightly covered tin box.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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