Helen’s Ginger Cookies

Contributed byNancy Alonzo
Stack of Helen's Ginger Cookies on a plate, dusted with powdered sugar, showing cracked tops.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup shortening
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 2 cup flour
  • 2 teaspoon soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves
Yield: 36 Cookies
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Instructions

Blend ingredients well. Roil small balls of dough in sugar and place on greased cookie sheet. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes at 350°. 

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