Rolled Molasses Cookies

"This is a very good, slighty crunchy cookie. I liked to make small gingerbread man shapes when my kids were small. Prep time includes chilling time."
 
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Ready In:
4hrs 8mins
Ingredients:
7
Yields:
3 1/2 dozen cookies
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ingredients

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directions

  • Put shortening and molasses in small saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Remove from heat and cool.
  • Combine remaining ingredients and stir in the cooled molasses mixture.
  • Mix well; cover container and chill in refrigerator for 3 hours.
  • Roll dough on lightly floured board to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  • Cut in desired shapes and place cookies about 2 inches apart on ungreased shiny cookie sheets.
  • Work quickly because dough softens as it warms.
  • Bake at 350 degrees about 8 to 10 minutes.

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I love to cook, but don't have a lot of time to do it, since I work full time. I like to try a new recipe every Saturday, if time allows. <br> <br>I have one grown son and three grandaughters ages 16,10 and 3. The ten year old has won many medals in gymnastics meets over the past few years.
 
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