6 eggs
1 3/4 c. sugar
1 3/4 c. vegetable oil
4 tsp. vanilla
5 c. flour
6 tsp. baking powder

Frosting:

1 (1 lb.) box powdered sugar
4 tbsp. milk
1 tbsp. butter
almond flavoring or anise to taste

Beat together eggs and sugar until light. Add oil and vanilla. Stir in gradually the flour and baking powder (dough will be sticky). Form into 4 logs on 2 cookie sheets.

Bake in 350°F oven for 20 minutes (watch). Take out of oven and slice down in 1/2-inch slices. Lay flat on cookie sheet and put back in oven for 10 to 15 minutes (watch, should be light in color). Frost top edge while still warm.