Molasses Cookies(Chewy German Cookie) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 pt. molasses
1 lb. brown sugar
1 Tbsp. shortening
1 tsp. allspice
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. cloves
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. ginger
1/2 c. water
8 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 lb. chopped nuts

Preparation

In a saucepan, mix together the molasses, sugar, spices and water.
Bring to a boil and sustain for 3 minutes.
Remove from heat and cool.
Add nuts and the flour, mixed with baking powder. Mix well.
Let stand until cold.
Divide dough and roll out on board or cloth with a rolling pin or pat by hand. Cut into diamond shapes and place on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350\u00b0 for 10 to 13 minutes.
Makes 12 to 14 dozen.