Peppernuts (Pfeffernusse)

Ingredients

• 1 pint dark corn syrup
• 1/2 lb brown sugar
• 1/2 lb shortening
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon allspice
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon clove
• 1/2 teaspoon anise oil
• 1/4 teaspoon cardamom
• 1/4 cup almonds, ground
• 1/2 cup ground walnuts
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest
• 9 cups flour