Biscotti(Italian Tea Cookie) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 eggs
4 c. flour
6 drops anise flavoring
1/2 lb. shortening or margarine
1/2 c. sugar
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt

Preparation

Beat 5 eggs.
Add sugar and blend.
Sift flour and add baking powder. Add to eggs and sugar mixture. Add anise oil and softened margarine.
Mix well.
Knead until dough is smooth. Roll dough into oblong shape 3/4-inch thick. Brush 1 beaten egg over mixture. Sprinkle with sugar.
Cut into 1-inch slices.
Place in greased pan at 350\u00b0 for 14 minutes until brown.