Best Swedish Anise Twists

Directions

In a mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in water.

Add milk, butter, sugar, eggs, salt, aniseed and 3 cups of flour; beat until smooth.

Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.

Turn onto a floured board; knead until smooth and elastic about 6 to 8 minutes.

Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top.

Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

Punch dough down; roll into a 16×9 inch rectangle.

Cut into three 16×3 inch pieces.

Cut each piece into sixteen 3×1 inch strips.

Twist each strip; place 1½ inch apart on greased baking sheets Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.

Combine topping ingredients; brush over twists.

Bake at 375℉ (190℃) for 12 to 15 minutes or until browned.

Cool on wire racks dozen.