Ingredients
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3/4 c. soft shortening or 1/2 c. margarine and 1/4 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1/4 c. molasses
2 c. flour
2 tsp. soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg or cloves
3/4 tsp. ginger
Preparation
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Mix first 4 ingredients thoroughly until fluffy.
Add remaining ingredients, mixing well.
Form into small balls. Place 2-inches apart on greased cookie sheet.
Bake 10 to 12 minutes in 350\u00b0 oven.
Roll in confectioners sugar while still warm.
Yields 4 to 5 (2-inch) cookies.
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