Procedures

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a small saute pan over medium high heat. Add fennel seeds and saute just until fragrant, 30 seconds.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and cinnamon. Pour olive oil over mixture, stirring until well combined.

4. 4

   Add orange zest and liqueur, mixing until dough comes together. This may require a little water, so add a teaspoon at a time if necessary.

5. 5

   Lightly flour a clean work surface. Divide dough in two. Form one half of dough into a 1 inch log. Cut 1/8 inch circles from dough, placing cookies on the baking sheet. Repeat with second log of dough.

6. 6

   Brush each cookie with egg, then sprinkle with sugar. Bake cookies until golden and crisp, about 15 minutes.

7. 7

   Let cookies cool, then store in an airtight container. Let rest overnight.