3 eggs, room temperature (I keep eggs out all day)
1 c. plus 2 tbsp. sugar
1 3/4 c. flour, sifted
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2 or 3 tbsp. anise seed or 1 tsp. anise extract

Beat 3 eggs in electric mixer at medium speed until fluffy. Then add 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar gradually, beating constantly. Continue to beat 20 minutes. Reduce speed and add flour, baking powder, salt and anise. Add flour and continue beating 15 minutes. Drop on well greased and floured cookie sheet. Let stand overnight. Bake at 325 degrees for 10 minutes.