When I was growing up, my mother made many desserts and pastries with anise. Today, I continue the tradition with these cookies, which are flavorful and great for decorating in a variety of ways. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Ingredients
1 cup sugar
1 cup honey
3 large eggs
5 cups all-purpose flour
2-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground star anise
Instructions
1Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat sugar and honey until blended. Beat in eggs. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and star anise; gradually beat into sugar mixture.
2Divide dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 1-1/2-in. star-shaped cookie cutter. Place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets.
3Bake 4-6 minutes or until edges are light brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.
