1 whole unsalted unblanched almonds -(12 ounce) 1/4 cup canola oil 1 1/4 cups sugar 2 eggs 2 3/4 cups whole wheat pastry-grind flour -OR all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon anise seeds -finely crushed

Toast nuts in a 350F oven, about 8 to 10 minutes, until aromati