Anise Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Scald milk and water together; add Crisco and anise seeds and let cool to room temperature.
2. 2
   Mix flour and sugar in large bowl - make a well, when cool pour above liquid into well.
3. 3
   Add yeast and sugar to warm water and let stand till frothy - almost double in volume - pour into well.
4. 4
   Add all the eggs and mix well.
5. 5
   Knead until not sticky adding more flour as needed.
6. 6
   Divide into 8 parts and put into greased 8 inch x 4 inch baking pans and let rise until double.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° until nicely browned (about 30 minutes).
8. 8
   Brush left over egg whites on top of loaves to make them shinny.