DIRECTIONS:

"Generously grease cookie sheets.

Sift together the flour and baking powder and set aside.

Put eggs into a liquid measuring cup and add water, if necessary, to make 1/2 cup liquid.

Put egg mixture into a mixing bowl with sugar and anise. Beat until very thick and piled softly. Fold in the dry ingredients, sifting in about 1/4 at a time. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto the cookie sheets about 2"" apart. Set cookie sheets aside in a cool place 8-10 hours or overnight. Do not cover cookies and do not disturb.

Bake at 350 degrees for 7-8 minutes.

Remove to cooling racks to cool completely. Cookies form a cake layer on the bottom with a crisp ""frosting"" on the top."