Biscochitos II

1 cup shortening

1 cup margarine

1 ½ cups white sugar

2 eggs

1 teaspoon anise extract

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

6 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon salt

½ cup wine

3 teaspoons baking powder

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Mix together shortening, margarine and sugar with a mixture until well blended. Mix in the rest of the ingredients until smooth.

Roll out on a floured board to 1/2 or 1/4 inch thickness.

Cut into desired shapes and place on baking sheets. Bake until golden brown, about 10 - 12 minutes. Garnish as desired or leave plain.