Genettes

Soft, anise-flavored cookies made with eggs, oil, milk, and flour, shaped into small mounds and baked hot and fast, then frosted with a simple milk-vanilla glaze and sprinkles.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Put eggs in large bowl. Beat till fluffy.

Step 2

Add baking powder, sugar, oil, anisette, vanilla, and 2 cups flour and milk. Beat well.

Step 3

Add enough flour to make a medium dough.

Step 4

Pinch off pieces and roll into ropes, then roll into mounds.

Step 5

Bake at about 400°F for 5 minutes, or till done.

Step 6

Frosting: Mix powdered sugar with milk and vanilla to make a paste. Spread onto cooled cookies and sprinkle with nonpareils.