Anise Cookies III

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon anise extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Mix in anise extract.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour and baking soda. Gradually stir into the butter mixture.
5. Roll dough into 1 inch balls and place on ungreased cookie sheets.
6. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Anise has been used in baking for centuries.
• Anise extract is made from the dried seeds of the plant.
• Anise cookies are a popular holiday treat around the world.