Ingredients
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1 1/2 c. shortening
1 c. firmly packed brown sugar
2 c. cane molasses
1 c. water
10 c. sifted plain flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1 Tbsp. salt
1 Tbsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. cinnamon
Preparation
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Cream shortening and sugar until fluffy.
Mix in molasses, then water.
Mix and sift remaining ingredients.
Add to molasses mixture about 1 cup at a time.
Stir until well blended dough. Divide dough into 2 equal parts and roll in foil or waxed paper. Refrigerate for about 3 hours.
Take 1 roll at a time, place on floured board and roll out 1/2-inch thick.
Cut out cookies any way you like.
Place on cookie sheet; bake at 375\u00b0 for 15 minutes.
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