1 c. sugar
1 c. lard or shortening
2 eggs
3 to 4 c. flour
1 c. dark syrup
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. anise
1/2 c. nuts
2 tsp. baking soda in hot water

Mix sugar, lard and syrup, cook until dissolves. Mix rest together and roll into logs. Cut into pieces and bake at 350 for 5-8 minutes.