Gracie's Pepper Rolls

• 14 ounce yeast
• 1 14 cups warm water
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 14 cup anise seed
• 3 12 cups flour
• 1 beaten egg, for egg wash
• sesame seeds

1. Combine all ingredients except for the Egg Wash and the Sesame Seeds and knead for 10 to 15 minutes.
2. Let rise in a warm place for a couple of hours.
3. Preheat the oven to 375 Degrees.
4. Punch down the dough.
5. Break off 2 inch pieces and make round balls.
6. Brush tops with Egg Wash and Sprinkle with Sesame Seeds.
7. Cover and let rise for 15 to 20 minutes.
8. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes.
9. Serve warm.

yeast, water, olive oil, salt, black pepper, anise seed, flour, egg, sesame seeds

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/gracies-pepper-rolls-146725 (may not work)