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    Spicy Molasses Cookies

    Ingredients

    1 cup shortening
    1  1/2 cup packed brown sugar
    1/4 cup light or dark molasses
    3 eggs
    3 1/2 cup flour
    3 tsp. ground cinnamon
    1 tsp. baking soda
    1/2 tsp. salt
    1/2 tsp. nutmeg
    1/4 tsp. cloves
    1/4 tsp. allspice
    1 cup walnuts (optional)
    1 cup raisins (optional)

    Directions

    In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar; add
    molasses and eggs (1 at a time).  Combine dry
    ingredients and spices.  Add to batter and mix
    lightly.  Stir in raisins and nuts.  Mix well.  
    Bake at 350 for 10 to 12 minutes.
    If desired, frost with canned vanilla frosting.
 
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