2 cakes yeast
1 tbsp. salt
1 can evaporated milk (add enough water to make 1 qt. (lukewarm)
3 c. rye flour
4 c. white flour
4 tbsp. shortening
3/4 c. molasses
3/4 c. brown sugar
2 tbsp. finely ground fennel seed
2 tbsp. finely ground anise seed
1 tbsp. syrup for top

Dissolve yeast in lukewarm water and about 1 tablespoon sugar. Mix all other ingredients and add yeast and spices and knead with white flour until right consistency. Let rise until double in bulk, knead and form into loaves. When removed from the oven, mix 3/4 cup of water with a tablespoon of syrup and rub over loaf. Bake at 375 degrees for 40-50 minutes.