Anise Cookies with anise glaze

My Aunt Elaine gave me this recipe a long time ago and these cookies are really delish. If you dont like anise you can substitute it with any other flavoring you prefer. Vanilla is a safe bet for those who are not too daring : )

Ricotta Anise Cookies

1/4 lb margarine

3/4 c  sugar

1 c  ricotta cheese

1 egg

1 tsp  anise flavor

2 c  flour

1/2 tsp baking soda

less than 1/2 teaspoon salt

GLAZE: CONFECTIONERS SUGAR, ANISE FLAVORING AND 

Cream margarine, sugar, egg and ricotta. Add anise and mix well. Gradually add dry ingredients. Mix well. Refrigerate until easy to handle and roll into balls.

Roll into balls and bake on cookie sheet for 15 minutes at 350 degrees.

Allow to cool. Add glaze and sprinkles. Or tint glaze with food color and put on cookies