In a mixing bowl stir together flour, baking powder, aniseed, and lemon peel. Set aside.

In a small mixing bowl beat margarine with an electric mixer on medium speed until softened.

Add sugar. Beat until fluffy.

Add eggs, beat well. Stir in flour mixture.

On waxed paper shape dough into two 12-inch-long logs. Place on prepared baking sheet. Flatten logs slightly.

Bake in a 375 degree oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely on wire racks (about 1 hour).

Cut each log into 1/2 inch slices. Arrange slices, one cut side down on the baking sheet.

Bake in a 300 degree oven for 10 minutes. Turn over. Bake 5 to 10 minutes longer or until crisp and dry. Cool completely on wire racks.