molasses crisps
MOLLASSES CRISPS
2 1/ 2c flour 2tea soda
2tea cloves 2tea ginger
2tea cinnamon 3 / 4c shortening
1c sugar 1 egg
4tbl molasses
Mix flour, soda & spices. Cream shortening, add sugar gradually, creaming until light. Add eggs, beat & add molasses. Add flour gradually mixing thoroughly after each addition. Chill dough. Roll into balls the size of walnuts, dip in sugar. Bake @ 350 about 15-20 minutes. Remove from oven immediately after center falls.