Spicy Gingerbread Men

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl cream together the margarine and sugar until smooth.
2. 2
   Stir in the molasses and egg yolk.
3. 3
   Combine the flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, ginger and nutmeg; blend in molasses mixture until smooth.
4. 4
   Cover and chill for at least 1 hour.
5. 5
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
6. 6
   On a lightly floured curface, roll the dough out to 1/4 inch thickness.
7. 7
   Cut into desired shapes with cookie cutters.
8. 8
   Place cookies 2 inch apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
9. 9
   Bake 8-10 minutes or until firm.
10. 10
    Remove from baking sheet and cool on wire racks.
11. 11
    Frost when cooled.