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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 12 Minutes |
Ready In: 22 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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Ingredients:
1/2 cup creamed shortening |
1/2 cup granulated sugar |
1/2 cup dark molasses |
1 medium egg |
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1 teaspoon baking powder |
1/2 teaspoon baking soda |
1 teaspoon ginger |
1 teaspoon ground cloves |
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, ground |
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, ground |
Directions:
1. Mix together the shortening, sugar, and molasses.
2. Next, add egg and beat completely.
3. Combine all dry ingredients and add to the creamed ingredients-using 1/2 cup increments.
4. Beat well after each addition.
5. Refrigerate the dough until cold.
6. Roll out until the dough is about 1/4 inch thick.
7. Use cookie cutters to form the figures.
8. Place in a 350° oven and bake for 10 - 12 minutes.
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