4 eggs
1 c. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1/3 c. milk
2 tbsp. anise seed
3 to 4 c. flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1 c. shortening

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Beat eggs well and add sugar, vanilla, milk and anise seed. Mix well. In another bowl mix 3 cups flour, baking powder and shortening. Add liquid mixture. You may have to add more flour or milk to make a cookie dough consistency. Roll out and cut into desired shapes on a lightly floured board. Bake on greased sheets for 12 minutes.