Ingredients
- 3/4 cup shortening
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 Tbsp. molasses
- 1 egg
- 2 cups flour
- 2 tsp. soda
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- 1 tsp. ginger
- 1 tsp. cloves
Directions
Thoroughly cream shortening and sugar; add the molasses and well beaten egg. Add sifted dry ingredients and beat until smooth. Roll into small balls (size of a walnuts); dip or roll in granulated sugar and place 2 inches apart on greased baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees F for 10-12 minutes. Store in airtight container. Longer kept, the better the cookie. Yield: 3 dozen.
By Robin from Washington, IA
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