Molasses Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup molasses
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon clove
• 1 cup shortening
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 4 cups all-purpose flour

Directions

1. 1

   In a saucepan, bring molasses to a boil. Add baking soda and vinegar. Blend well and let cool.

2. 2

   Add shortening, brown sugar, egg and dry ingredients sifted together.

3. 3

   Roll into a log in wax paper and chill for at least 5-6 hours.

4. 4

   Remove from refrigerator, and slice thinly. Place on cookie sheets and bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 6-9 minutes or just until done.

5. 5

   ***NOTE: baking time may vary based on how thick/thin you rolled the log and how thinly you sliced your cookies.