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Sift the flour,
baking powder, and salt into a medium bowl. Beat
the butter and sugar in a large bowl with an
electric mixer at high speed until creamy.
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Add the
aniseeds and lemon zest. With mixer at high speed,
beat the whole egg and egg yolk and 2 tablespoons
milk until frothy in a large bowl.
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Beat the egg
mixture into the batter. Mix in the dry
ingredients to form a smooth dough. Divide the
dough in half.
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Form into 8-inch (20-cm) logs, wrap
in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30
minutes.
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Preheat the oven to 375°F/190°C/gas 5.
Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper. Slice the dough 1/2 inch (1 cm) thick.
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Roll each
slice into a 6-inch (15-cm) log and form into an
S-shape, flattening it slightly. Place the cookies
1 inch (2.5 cm) apart on the prepared cookie sheets.
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Mix the egg white and remaining milk in a small
bowl. Brush over the cookies and sprinkle with
poppy seeds.
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Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until just
golden at the edges. Transfer to racks to cool.