Gingerbread Boys - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. white sugar
1/2 c. dark molasses
1/4 c. water
2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. soda
3/4 tsp. ginger
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. allspice

Preparation

Cream shortening and sugar until fluffy.
Blend in water, flour, salt, soda and all spices.
Cover; chill at least 3 hours. Roll dough 1/4-inch thick on lightly floured board.
Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
Bake 8 to 10 minutes at 375\u00b0 or 350\u00b0.