Gingerbread Men

Name: Gingerbread Men
Ingredients: 1 c. shortening; 1 c. sugar; 1 c. molasses; 1 egg; 2 Tbsp. vinegar; 5 c. all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda; 1/2 tsp. salt; 2 to 3 tsp. ground ginger; 1 tsp. ground cinnamon; 1 tsp. ground cloves

11 ingredients

8 steps

Ingredients

1 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 c. molasses
1 egg
2 Tbsp. vinegar
5 c. all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
2 to 3 tsp. ground ginger
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 tsp. ground cloves

Directions

1

Cream the shortening. Gradually add sugar, beating until light and fluffy.,
2

Add molasses, egg and vinegar.
3

Mix well. Combine flour, baking soda, salt and spices.
4

Stir well. Add to molasses mixture, stirring well. Shape dough into a ball and knead until smooth.
5

Chill overnight.
6

Divide dough in half. Roll each half of dough to 1/4 to 1/8-inch thickness on a floured board.
7

Use cookie cutter for desired shape.
8

Bake on greased cookie sheet at 350° until browned.