Yield: 2 Dozen+
| Measure | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 6 | Eggs |
| 4 tablespoons | Melted shortening |
| ½ | Box ( 1/2 lb) confectioners |
| Sugar | |
| 1 tablespoon | Lemon extract |
| ¼ teaspoon | Anise oil or extract |
| 3 tablespoons | Baking powder |
| 3 cups | Flour |
| Frosting: | |
| Milk, confectioners | |
| Sugar, colored jimmies |
Beat eggs vwey well and blend in sugar, melted shortening and flavorings. Sift flour and baking powder and add to mixture to make a soft dough. If to sticky, add a bit more flour for a soft dough.
Shape into 2 large fat long rolls and flatten tops with finger tips.
Place each on a greased cookie sheet and bake 375 for 20 minutes or light golden. Cool, frost and slice on the diagonal. For fosting, mix a little milk and powder sugar to make a thin frosting. With pastry brush, brush over cookie rolls and sprinkle with colored jimmies. Cut when cold.