Peppernuts(Christmas Cookie)

1. 1

   Mix together sugar, shortening, sour cream and corn syrup. Add dry ingredients for stiff dough, using more or less flour; you may have to use your hands.

2. 2

   Mix in crushed anise seed.

3. 3

   Wrap dough in waxed paper and chill a few days.

4. 4

   On floured surface, roll small handful of dough into a snake-like strand, the thickness of a husky pencil.

5. 5

   Cut into 1/2-inch pieces and place on cookie sheet.

6. 6

   Bake at 375u00b0 for 15 to 20 minutes; watch very closely, bottoms burn easily.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.