Molasses Cookies
1 pound of brown sugar
2 cups of molasses
1 cup of shortening
2 teaspoons of ginger
2 teaspoons of cinnamon
1 teaspoon of salt
1 teaspoon of baking soda
1/2 teaspoon of cloves
1/2 cup of boiling water
2 pounds of flour
Mix brown sugar, molasses, and shortening together in large bowl. Add
spices; blend well. Mix in boiling water. Gradually blend in flour,
making a stiff dough. Roll out very thin, cut with cookie cutters, and
place on greased cookie sheets. Bake in a preheated 350ºF. oven for 8
minutes. Cool and store. Makes about 6 dozen cookies.
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