Ingredients
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1 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
2 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
2 tsp. soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. molasses
4 c. sifted flour
Preparation
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Cream shortening and sugar.
Add egg and mix well.
Stir in molasses.
Sift together dry ingredients.
Combine with molasses mixture.
Chill thoroughly.
Roll dough in small balls about 1 inch in diameter.
Roll in granulated sugar.
Place 2 inches apart on greased cookie sheet and bake at 325\u00b0 about 18 to 20 minutes. Yield:
8 dozen.
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