Italian Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 eggs
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. milk
1 Tbsp. anisette flavor
4 to 5 c. flour
6 Tbsp. baking powder
1 c. shortening

Preparation

Have all ingredients at room temperature.
Mix thoroughly adding 1 cup more of flour if needed.
Dough must be spongy, not sticky.
Shape in braids or rings.
Bake at 400\u00b0 for 8 to 10 minutes.
Frost with milk, powdered sugar and flavoring (Anisette or lemon).