Ingredients
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1 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1 c. molasses
1 c. buttermilk
4 3/4 c. flour
2 tsp. soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. allspice
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
Preparation
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Cream shortening.
Add sugar and egg; beat well.
Add molasses; stir until blended.
Add sifted dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk.
Beat well.
Drop rounded teaspoonfuls on greased cookie sheets 2-inches apart.
Sprinkle sugar on top, if desired.
Bake in 350\u00b0 oven for 12 to 15 minutes.
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