Gingerbread Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Beat butter with sugar and molasses.
2. 2
   Mix in egg.
3. 3
   Sift dry ingredients and add to wet mixture.
4. 4
   Mix well.
5. 5
   Chill in freezer 1 hour or in refrigerator 2 hours.
6. 6
   Heat oven to 350°F.
7. 7
   Roll out a portion of the dough 1/4-inches thick on lightly floured board.
8. 8
   Chill remaining dough.
9. 9
   Cut with cookie cutter, place on greased baking sheets.
10. 10
    If decorating with raisins, add them at this time.
11. 11
    Bake 8-10 minutes.
12. 12
    Cool.
13. 13
    Pipe on royal icing and add candy pieces, if desired.