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Gingerbread Men
 
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Prep Time: 1 Minutes
Cook Time: 8 Minutes
Ready In: 9 Minutes
Servings: 36
19 century recipe for Gingerbread men.
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups shortening
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 cups molasses
1 1/2 tablespoons vinegar
3 eggs, beaten
9 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons ginger
3/4 teaspoon salt
Directions:
1. Cream sugar and shortening.
2. Add baking soda and molasses.
3. Add vinegar and eggs.
4. Mix well.
5. Add dry ingredients and mix well.
6. Chill dough thoroughly.
7. Roll 1/4 inch thick, cut into gingerbread shapes.
8. Bake 8-10 minutes at 375 degrees.
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