Pine Tree Shillings

1. 1

   In a large bowl cream together molasses, brown sugar, and lard.

2. 2

   In a small bowl combine flour, cinnamon, ginger, baking soda, and salt.

3. 3

   Blend the flour mixture into the creamed mixture.

4. 4

   Divide into 6 portions.

5. 5

   On lightly floured surface, shape each portion into 10-inch long rolls (total of six 10-inch rolls).

6. 6

   Wrap each; chill several hours.

7. 7

   Slice each roll into pieces a little more than 1/4-inch thick.

8. 8

   Place on greased cookie sheet.

9. 9

   Press each cookie with thumb until about 1/8-inch thick.

10. 10

    Bake at 350 degree F.

11. 11

    for 5 to 8 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.