Sesame Seed Cookies
["2 c. sifted flour", "1/2 c. sugar", "1 1/2 tsp. baking powder", "1/4 tsp. salt", "1/2 c. shortening", "1 egg", "1/4 c. milk", "1 tsp. vanilla", "1/4 tsp. anise oil (optional)", "sesame seed"]
["Sift first four ingredients into bowl.", "Cut in shortening until size of small peas.", "Stir in egg; add milk, tablespoon at a time, until roughly forms into soft dough.", "Form into 1-inch balls. Wet balls in beaten egg, then roll in sesame seed.", "Place on greased cookie sheet.", "Flatten balls a little.", "Bake at 375\u00b0 for 12 to 15 minutes."]
["flour", "sugar", "baking powder", "salt", "shortening", "egg", "milk", "vanilla", "anise oil", "sesame seed"]