Chewy Ginger Cookies

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Chewy Ginger Cookies

Recipe By : TASTE OF HOME DEC/JAN 1996
Serving Size : 48 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Cookies Holiday

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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3/4 cup shortening
1 1/4 cups sugar -- divided
1 egg
1/4 cup molasses
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cusp all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and 1 cup sugar. Add the egg, molasses and
vanilla; mix well. Combine dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture and mix
well. Roll into 1" balls; roll in remaining sugar. Place 1-1/2" apart
on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 minutes or until lightly
browned. Cool on wire racks. Store in an airtight container.





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