SPICY MOLASSES COOKIES

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I found this family recipe in an old cookbook on a timeworn note, handwritten by my stepdaughter's grandmother. It's a very soft, moist cookie-and tastes great with a big glass of milk.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield about 12 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 cup shortening
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1/4 cup light or dark molasses
3 large eggs
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 cup chopped walnuts, optional
1 cup raisins, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add molasses. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine dry ingredients and spices; add to batter and mix lightly. Stir in nuts and raisins if desired; mix well. , Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes. Remove to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 39mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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