Molasses CookiesChewy German Cookie

Ingredients

• 1 pt molasses
• 1 lb brown sugar
• 1 Tbsp shortening
• 1 tsp allspice
• 1 tsp nutmeg
• 1 tsp cloves
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp ginger
• 12 c water
• 8 c flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 lb chopped nuts

Directions

1. In a saucepan mix together the molasses sugar spices and water
2. Bring to a boil and sustain for 3 minutes
3. Remove from heat and cool
4. Add nuts and the flour mixed with baking powder Mix well
5. Let stand until cold
6. Divide dough and roll out on board or cloth with a rolling pin or pat by hand Cut into diamond shapes and place on greased cookie sheet Bake at 350 for 10 to 13 minutes
7. Makes 12 to 14 dozen