Springerle'S

Directions

1. 1
   Beat eggs 15 minutes, add sugar and beat 15 minutes more.
2. 2
   Add shortening (butter) continue beating 15 minutes more.
3. 3
   Mix in 7 cups sifted flour; the other 1 cup is used for rolling out the batter.
4. 4
   Add in the baking powder and Anise seeds.
5. 5
   On a floured surface roll out the batter not thin.
6. 6
   Use a Springerle rolling pin.
7. 7
   Cut cookies and let stand over night before baking.
8. 8
   Bake 300° for 15 to 20 minutes.
9. 9
   Grease cookie sheet.