Ingredients
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1 c. molasses
1 c. white sugar
1 c. melted shortening
4 tsp. soda
2/3 c. hot water
2 eggs
5 c. all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
1 1/2 tsp. ginger
1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. vanilla
3/4 tsp. salt
Preparation
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Mix sugar and molasses.
Add melted shortening and eggs; mix well.
Add vanilla.
Dissolve the soda in hot water.
Sift flour, cream of tartar, spices and salt together, then mix all together. Let mixed dough stand in a cool place for 1 hour.
Roll out to about 1/8-inch thick.
Bake at 350\u00b0 on a well-greased cookie tin for 10 minutes, or until well done.
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