Ginger Molasses Cookies

GINGER MOLASSES COOKIES

I ½ c. softened butter

1 c. shortening

3 c. granulated sugar

¾ molasses

3 eggs

6 t. soda

6 c. flour

1 ½ t. ground cloves

1 ½ t. ground ginger

3 t. ground cinnamon

1 ½ t. salt

Beat together until fluffy: butter, shortening, sugar and molasses. Beat in eggs. Mix dry ingredients in a separate bowl, then add a little at a time. Chill dough. Roll into balls, then roll in granulated sugar. Bake on ungreased cookie sheet at 350 degrees for 8 – 12 minutes or until they reach desired doneness.

This recipe makes several dozen cookies, but dough can be frozen and used later. Cookies freeze well, too.