Italian Cookies

I made these cookies today. They remind me of the cookies we used to make with my Nana, Mom, Aunts and Cousins at Christmas time when I was a girl. I miss those times together in Nana's kitchen.

Italian Cookies


INGREDIENTS
1/2 pound butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
6 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla or anise extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder

ICING:
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
5 to 6 tablespoons milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

DECORATIONS:
Flaked coconut or assorted sprinkles


DIRECTIONS

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and extract. Combine flour and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 9-11 minutes or until bottoms are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. For icing, in a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, milk and vanilla until smooth. Dip cookies, allowing excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; decorate as desired. Let stand until set. Yield: 7 dozen. Enjoy!

Blessings,
Lisa