Ingredients
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4 c. flour
4 tsp. soda
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 1/2 tsp. cloves
1 1/2 tsp. ginger
2 c. sugar
1/2 c. molasses
2 eggs
1 1/2 c. shortening
Preparation
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Sift dry ingredients in bowl.
Add shortening and cream.
Add molasses and eggs.
Mix and drop by teaspoon on ungreased cookie sheet.
Bake at 375\u00b0 for 10 to 12 minutes.
Be careful when baking to take out before completely done.
Let stand on sheet for 2 minutes and they are easier to remove.
Makes 100 cookies. Batter is very stiff; cookies crisp and chewy.
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