BISCOCHITOS

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I love the whole anise seeds and the slightly buttery flavor of these "biscos", traditional Christmas cookies in my home state of New Mexico.

Provided by Quail Trails

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 48 biscochitos

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 cups flour (or enough to make dough easy to handle but not dry)
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon whole anise seed
1 cup white lard
1 cup butter
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 1/4 cups white sugar
1 tablespoon cinnamon
5 teaspoons brandy flavoring or 5 teaspoons vanilla
1/4 cup white sugar
enough cinnamon, to darken

Steps:

  • Cream lard and butter.
  • Add sugar and beat until fluffy.
  • Add eggs, anise seed, salt, baking powder and brandy, mix.
  • Add flour gradually, til dough is firm, shape into a log and wrap in clear wrap.
  • Chill, then slice in 3/4" slices.
  • Mix cinnamon sugar, press uncooked cookie slice into mixture to coat one side and flatten slightly.
  • Bake at 350 degrees until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159, Fat 8.5, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 23, Sodium 101.7, Carbohydrate 18.4, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 6.3, Protein 1.9

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