Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. soft shortening
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 1 c. dark molasses
  • 1/2 c. water
  • 4 c. sifted all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp. soda
  • 1 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp. ginger
  • 1/2 tsp. cloves
  • 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp. allspice

Method

  • Mix together shortening and sugar.
  • Stir in molasses and water.
  • Sift together remaining ingredients and stir into creamed mixture.
  • Chill dough several hours or overnight.
  • Roll out 1/4-inch thick.
  • Cut into 3-inch circles.
  • Sprinkle with sugar.