Ingredients
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2 1/4 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking soda
2 Tbsp. hot water
1/2 c. soft shortening
1/2 c. granulated sugar
1/2 c. molasses
1 egg
6 Tbsp. water
1/2 c. raisins or nuts
Preparation
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Heat oven to 400\u00b0.
Sift together flour, ginger, cinnamon and salt.
Dissolve soda in hot water.
Mix shortening, sugar, molasses and egg until creamy.
Mix in flour mixture alternately with cold water.
Mix in soda and raisins.
Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls about 2-inches apart onto greased cookie sheet. Bake for 12 minutes or until done.
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