- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon cloves
- 1 tablespoon hot water
- 1 teaspoon vinegar
- Sift flour.
- Cream shortening, blend in sugar, and add molasses and beaten egg
- Beat until smooth
- Mix spices thoroughly with soda and blend until smooth with hot water and vinegar; stir into creamed mixture.
- Add flour, mixing thoroughly until smooth.
- Drop from teaspoon onto greased baking sheet, at least 2 inches apart.
- Bake 10 minutes in a moderate over (375 degrees F.)
- Remove to cake racks to cool.
Makes 4-5 dozen cookies
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