Yield: 5 dozen Baking Time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature: 350°F Freeze Well

1 pound lard
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons anise seed
1/2 cup brandy*
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup sugar
6 cups flour
1 tablespoon cinnamon

1. Cream lard, sugar, and anise seed in a large mixing bowl. Add
   eggs and beat well.
2. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
3. Alternately add flour and brandy to creamed mixture until stiff
   dough has been formed.
4. Knead dough slightly and pat or roll to a 1/4 inch to a 1/2 inch
   thickness. Cut dough into desired shapes.
5. Combine sugar and cinnamon in a small mixing bowl. Dust the top
   of each cookie with a small amount of mixture.
6. Bake in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes, or until cookies are
   lightly browned.
   " Varied amounts may be used. Bourbon or sherry may be substituted.

NOTE: The fleur-de-lis shape is traditional for these cookies.