Anise Biscotti

Directions

1. 1
   Line 13x9x2 baking pan with foil. Grease foil.
2. 2
   Preheat oven to 350 F.
3. 3
   With electric mixer, cream butter.
4. 4
   Add sugar and mix until incorporated.
5. 5
   Add eggs, mixing well after each addition.
6. 6
   Add oil. Mix well.
7. 7
   Combine brandy, vanilla, and anise extract. Add to batter.
8. 8
   Add flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
9. 9
   Grind anise seed in mortar and pestle. Add and mix to combine.
10. 10
    Pour batter into prepared pan.
11. 11
    Bake for 30 minutes, or until golden.
12. 12
    Remove from oven and let cool for a minute.
13. 13
    Remove from pan and peel off foil. Let cool on rack.
14. 14
    Slice in half lengthwise. Slice each part into cookies, approx. 1 inch thick.
15. 15
    Arrange cookies onto baking sheet.
16. 16
    Cook an additional 10-15 minutes, to brown on each side.