6 eggs
2 c. sugar
5 c. flour
1 c. melted shortening or butter
6 tsp. baking powder
2 tbsp. anise flavor

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Combine eggs and sugar. Blend in melted shortening. Add flour and baking powder. Add anise flavor. Mix well. Divide in 6 parts and roll into strips. Pat lightly and brush tops with beaten egg. Place on cookie sheet and bake in 400 degree oven for 15 minutes. Cool, then cut into slices. May be returned to oven to be toasted on both sides.