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Crisp Ginger Snaps Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 c. sugar
1 egg
3/4 c. shortening
2 c. flour
4 tbsp. molasses
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. allspice
1-1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
Directions:
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Mix sugar and shortening. Add egg and molasses and mix until creamy. Sift dry ingredients and slowly add to shortening mixture. Make into 1" balls and roll in granulated sugar. Bake 10-15 minutes on ungreased cookie sheet.
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
This is a very basic recipe that Amy used to make often, in fact the recipe card is in her handwriting, although it's Mary's recipe. The perfect blend of spices make this cookie delicious!

 

 

 

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