Biscochitos

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. 2
   Beat lard in mixer until creamy.
3. 3
   Add 2/3 cup sugar, beat until light and fluffy.
4. 4
   Add the egg and rum and mix until blended.
5. 5
   Add the flour, baking powder, anise seed and salt.
6. 6
   Beat until a smooth dough is formed.
7. 7
   Roll dough on a lightly floured surface to a 1/4-inch thickness.
8. 8
   Cut the dough into desired shapes.
9. 9
   In a shallow bowl, combine cinnamon and remaining sugar.
10. 10
    Dredge 1 side of cookie in cinnamon sugar mixture.
11. 11
    Place cookie, sugared side up, on ungreased baking sheets.
12. 12
    Bake for 8 to10 minutes or until golden brown, rotating the baking sheets halfway through the cooking time.
13. 13
    Allow cookies to cool on a cooling rack.