Pepparkakor Swedish Ginger Cookies

Ingredients
- 1 c shortening
- 1 c molasses
- 2 Tbsp vinegar
- 2 tsp ginger ground
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 12 tsp salt
- 1 c granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 5 c flour
- 1 12 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cloves
Directions
- Cream shortening and sugar
- Beat in molasses egg and vinegar Stir flour with spices and salt then blend with batter
- Chill 3 hours
- Roll out to 18-inch and cut with cookie cutters
- Bake at 375 for 5 to 6 minutes
- Frost or leave plain
- Enjoy