1 c. sugar
1 c. honey
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. cream
1/2 c. shortening
1 tsp. powdered anise or 2 tbsp. liquid
2 eggs
4 1/2 c. flour

Heat sugar and honey to melt. As they are cooking, add rest of ingredients. Shape into walnut size balls. Press down slightly. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes. Makes 6 dozen.

FROSTING:

3 c. powdered sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
6 tbsp. boiling water

Mix together. Put 2 dozen anise cookies in a bowl and pour frosting over; set on wax paper to dry. Continue until all cookies are frosted.