Biscotti Or Anise Toast

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour 1 large cookie sheet.

Sift flour, baking powder and salt three times and set aside.

On medium speed, beat butter and sugar until light. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Beat in anise. Add flour mixture to butter mixture, beat on low until blended.

Divide mixture in half. Spread each half on to cookie sheet to 11x5 inch ovals. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown.

Remove from oven. Cut into 1-inch slices turn each on its side and bake 10 to 15 minutes longer, until lightly brown. Cool completely on rack. These freeze well.