Dark Gingerbread

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and grease two cookie sheets thoroughly.

2. 2

   Put the flour and spices in a food processor.

3. 3

   Cut the butter into small pieces, add to the processor, and blend until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

4. 4

   Add the sugar, molasses, and egg, and mix to a dough.

5. 5

   Wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.

6. 6

   Roll out the mixture on a floured surface.

7. 7

   Cut out rounds or squares and place on the cookie sheets.

8. 8

   Bake for 12-15 minutes until the shapes have risen slightly and appear a little paler in color.

9. 9

   Leave for two minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool.

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