Anise Cookies

Preheat oven to 350ºF. Line baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.

In a medium bowl, combine flour and baking powder and set aside.

Using an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar. Stir in eggs, one at a time, then anise extract. Gradually blend in flour mixture until combined.

Drop tablespoon size balls on prepared baking sheets. Bake for 12-15 minutes until bottoms are golden brown. Place on wire rack to cool.

For the glaze, in a small bowl stir together confectioners sugar, anise extract and milk until creamy. Dip tops of cookies in glaze. Sprinkle with nonpareils before glaze dries.

Store in an airtight container.