1 1/2 c. sugar
1 c. shortening
2 eggs
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. anise oil
1/2 c. brown sugar
1 c. sweet cream
1 c. dark syrup
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 c. finely chopped nuts
7 c. flour, or enough to form stiff dough

Mix all ingredients to form a stiff dough. Roll into ropes approximately 1/2 inch in diameter. Place on cookie sheet in freezer until stiff. Cut into tiny slices (about 1/4 inch) and bake on lightly greased cookie sheet for 8-10 minutes at 350 degrees. Watch closely so they don't burn. Cool. Store in tightly covered container. This dough will keep in the refrigerator about 1 week, so you can bake them as time allows.