Molasses Jar-Filler Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. light brown sugar
1 1/2 c. lard
2 eggs
1 c. dark molasses
1 c. sour milk
2 tsp. instant coffee
3 tsp. soda
6 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
2 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. nutmeg

Preparation

Measure flour, sifted with spices.
Mix first five items in a large bowl.
Mix coffee and soda in a 1/2-cup measure.
Fill with cold water.
Stir.
Add to first five items.
Stir in rest of ingredients.
Chill in refrigerator.
Roll 1/4-inch thick and cut out cookies.
Bake on greased cookie sheet.