Old Fashioned Molasses Cookies 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup softened butter 1/4 cup shortening 3/4 cup molasses 1 egg 3 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves sugar Combine brown sugar, butter and shortening on medium speed till creamy. Add molasses and egg, continue beating till well mixed. Reduce speed to low, add flour, baking soda, spices and salt. Beat till well mixed. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours till firm. Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Shape dough into 1 1/2 inch balls. Roll balls in sugar. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets. Flatten balls with glass dipped in sugar. Bake for 8-11 minutes till set. Makes: 3 dozen -- ~~Rec.food.recipes is moderated; only recipes and recipe requests are accepted for posting. Please read the FAQ posted each week. Please send recipes, requests, questions or comments to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please allow several days for your submission to appear.
