Molasses Cookies

Preheat over to 325 degrees.

Whisk together these dry ingredients:

• 4 c all-purpose flour
• 1/2 t salt
• 2 1/4 t baking soda
• 2 t ginger
• 1 1/4 t cloves
• 1 1/4 t cinnamon

Cream together:

• 1 stick (1/2 c) softened unsalted butter
• 1/2 c shortning

Add and beat until light and fluffy:

• 3 c sugar

Add:

• 1/2 c dark molasses

Beat in:

• 2 eggs

Gradually mix in the flour mixture.

Put 1/2 c sugar in a bowl. Form 2” balls, roll in sugar.

Place on a baking sheet 4” apart and flatten slightly with the bottom of a glass dipped in sugar.

Bake 15-16 min or until puffed and golden on the bottom, still soft. Don’t overcook or they will be hard.