Ingredients
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4 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. soda
2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. salt
1 c. shortening (1/2 butter)
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1 c. hot water
1 c. molasses
Preparation
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Sift flour, soda, spices and salt together.
Cream shortening and sugar together.
Add the well beaten egg.
Mix hot water and molasses.
Add dry ingredients and liquid alternately to creamed mixture.
Mix well.
Drop from teaspoon on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake in a 375\u00b0 oven for 12 to 15 minutes.
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