5 whole eggs (med.)
1 lb. powdered sugar
1 tsp. (Hartshorn) crystals (powdered)
1/2 tsp. anise oil
4 c. flour (use dip method)

Beat eggs until thick and lemon colored. Add sugar gradually; anise oil and Hartshorn. When crystals are dissolved, add flour, sifted, a little at a time.

When all is well mixed, roll out 1/2 inch thick. Press picture form on the dough, cut in squares. Lay on wax paper and allow to dry overnight. Bake next morning on greased cookie sheet in slow oven (300 degrees) for about 15 minutes. Remove from cookie sheet immediately to wire rack to cool.