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Grandma's Molasses Cookies Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
3/4 c. sugar
3/4 c. shortening
1 c. molasses
3/4 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. ground ginger
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tbsp. baking soda dissolved in 4 tbsp. hot water
3 1/4 c. flour
sugar to roll dough in
Directions:
Directions:
Cream sugar & shortening. Add molasses, salt, spices, & soda dissolved in water. Mix in flour.

Form into walnut-size balls. If dough is chilled for a short time it works better. Dip in sugar. Bake at 375º for 10-15 minutes.
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
This was my Great Grandma's favorite cookie recipe. Enjoy!

 

 

 

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