Gingerbread Men

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar.
2. 2
   Stir in eggs and molasses.
3. 3
   Sift dry ingredients and add to mixture.
4. 4
   Knead with hands until a smooth ball of dough forms.
5. 5
   Roll out on a heavily floured surface.
6. 6
   Roll to 1/4-inch thickness and cut with cookie cutter or by hand.
7. 7
   Place on greased cookie sheet and bake in a 400° oven for 8 to 10 minutes.
8. 8
   When cool, decorate with white frosting.
9. 9
   Makes approximately 24 cookies, 4 inches high.