Biscochitos II Recipe

Biscochitos II Recipe

  • 1 cup shortening
  • 1 cup margarine
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon anise extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 6 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup wine
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Mix together shortening, margarine and sugar with a mixture until well blended. Mix in the rest of the ingredients until smooth.
  3. Roll out on a floured board to 1/2 or 1/4 inch thickness.
  4. Cut into desired shapes and place on baking sheets. Bake until golden brown, about 10 – 12 minutes. Garnish as desired or leave plain.