2 c. sugar
1 c. (1/2 lb.) butter, melted
4 tbsp. anise seed
4 tbsp. anisette or pure anise flavoring
3 tbsp. whiskey or water
2 c. coarsely chopped almonds, pecans or walnuts
6 eggs
5 1/2 to 6 c. unsifted flour
1 1/2 tbsp. baking powder

Mix sugar and butter, anise seed, anise liqueur flavorings, water. Beat in eggs, mix flour and baking powder and stir into sugar mixture. Blend thoroughly, stirring in nuts. Cover and chill dough 1-2 hours on greased baking sheet.

Form logs. Flatten down 1/2 inch thick and 2 inches wide and as long as baking sheet. Place only 2 rolls on sheet well apart. Bake in 375°F oven for 20 minutes or light in color. Remove from oven and let loaves cool slightly.

Cut in diagonal slices 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick. Lay slices on cut sides, close together on baking sheet. Return to 350 degree oven for 10-15 minutes or until lightly toasted. Store in airtight container. Makes 6 dozen.