New Mexican Anise Cookies Recipe

Ingredients (9)

• 1 cup shortening or lard
• 1 1/4 cups sugar (divided)
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon anise seed
• 3 cups flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon