Ingredients
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2 1/4 c. flour
2 tsp. ground ginger
1 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1/4 tsp. salt (optional)
3/4 c. butter, margarine or shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1/4 c. molasses
2 Tbsp. sugar
Preparation
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Combine flour, ginger, soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt; set aside.
In a large mixing bowl beat margarine with an electric mixer on low speed for 30 seconds to soften.
Gradually add the 1 cup sugar, beat until fluffy.
Add egg and molasses; beat well. Stir dry ingredients into beaten mixture.
Shape into 1 1/2-inch balls (1 heaping tablespoonful dough each).
Roll in the 2 tablespoons sugar and place on ungreased cookie sheet, 2 1/2 inches apart.
Bake in a 350\u00b0 oven abut 10 minutes or until light brown and still puffed (do not overcook).
Let stand for 2 minutes before transferring to rack to cool.
Makes 24 (3-inch) cookies.
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