Springerle Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Beat eggs until light, gradually add sugar and continue beating at a high speed for 15 to 20 minutes until batter is thick and lemon colored.
2. 2
   Add anise.
3. 3
   Sift flour and soda and blend with egg mixture at a low speed.
4. 4
   Cover bowl with wax paper or foil and let stand 15 minutes (so it is easier to work with).
5. 5
   Divide into 3 parts.
6. 6
   On lightly floured surface roll dough to 8-inch square, 1/4 inch thick.
7. 7
   Let rest 1 minute.
8. 8
   Flour mold and press design, cut and place on lightly floured surface.
9. 9
   Cover with a towel all night.
10. 10
    Grease a cookie sheet well.
11. 11
    Brush off excess flour from the cookie sheet.
12. 12
    Bake about 15 to 20 minutes at 300°.
13. 13
    Yield 6 dozen cookies.