Place the all purpose flour and bread flour in a standing mixer bowl with the dough hook attachment. Add the salt, anise seed and sugar. Mix well.

Add shortening, vanilla and egg to the flour mixture. Activate the yeast in the warm water and let sit for 15 minutes. Add to the dough mixture. Knead dough until smooth. Add a splash of water if dough seems dry, or a bit more flour if dough is too sticky. Place dough in an oiled bowl and cover with plastic warp. Allow dough to rise in a warm place until doubled in size.

Divide dough into 1 -1.5-ounce pieces. Shape each piece of dough into a smooth ball, cover loosely with a damp cloth and let rest for 15 minutes. Place the dough circles on the baking sheets, and spray lightly with water. Let rise in a warm place for 45 minutes to an hour, or until they have risen a bit.

When your oven is between 350-400 degree, place the bread in the oven either directly on the hearth or on a baking sheet. Rotate if necessary and continue to bake for 18-25 minutes or until bread is golden brown. Remove from oven and enjoy warm. Until next week – feast well.