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Heat oven to 325°F
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Grease and flour a 15 X 10X 1- inch jelly roll pan.
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In a large bowl, blend cake mix, oil and eggs at low speed until moistened, beat 2 minutes at highest speed.
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Fold in anise seed and almonds.
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Bake at 325F for 20 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.
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Cool 5 minutes.
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With a sharp knife, cut three equal strips lenghthwise, cut 12 strips crosswise.
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Place bars 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
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Increase temperature to 350F and bake for 8 to 12 minutes, or until cut side begins to toast.
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Remove from cookie sheets immediately; cool 10 minutes.
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Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Store loosely covered.