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Gingerbread Cookies Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1/3 C soft shortening
1 C brown sugar (packed)
1 1/2 C dark molasses
2/3 C cold water
6
2 t baking soda
1 t salt
1 t allspice
ginger, clove and cinnamon
Directions:
Directions:
Mix shortening, brown sugar and molasses. Stir in water. Blend all dry ingredients and stir into mix. Chill two hours. Roll out dough 1/2 inch thick. Cut desired shapes and place on lightly greased cookie sheet. Bake 350 degrees for about 15 minutes. Frost with powdered sugar frosting.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
36
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
3 hours

 

 

 

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