Great Grandmother'S Gingerbread Cookies

1. 1

   In a saucepan, beat molasses and sugar until sugar melts.

2. 2

   Add soda dissolved in 1 teaspoon warm water.

3. 3

   Add the shortening and the spices.

4. 4

   Add enough flour to make dough stiff.

5. 5

   Roll out on a lightly floured surface until 1/4-inch thick.

6. 6

   Cut with cookie cutter or knife.

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   Bake pieces for 10 minutes at the most.

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   These burn very easily so keep an eye on the oven and the clock.

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   If cookies are too hard, put in a cookie jar with several pieces of dried fruit.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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