Cream together shortening and sugar until light and fluffy; stir in molasses.
Sift dry ingredients together, then stir into the shortening mixture in 3 parts, alternating with 1/4 cup water each time.
Dough will be stiff.
Refrigerate overnight.
The next day, preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Cut the dough into 3 pieces and knead to warm slightly then roll out each piece about 1/4-inch thick.
Cut into desired shapes; use a straw to make a hole at the top if you're making an ornament.
Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.
Remove to cooling rack and let dry about 3 days.
Decorate as desired.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	438.19 Kcal (1835 kJ)
Calories from fat	131.49 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	14.61g	22%
Sodium	1300.24mg	54%
Potassium	351.44mg	7%
Total Carbs	71.05g	24%
Sugars	18.53g	74%
Dietary Fiber	5.94g	24%
Protein	6.64g	13%
Iron	4.2mg	23%
Calcium	193.9mg	19%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	341.82 Kcal (1431 kJ)
Calories from fat	102.57 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	11.4g	22%
Sodium	1014.27mg	54%
Potassium	274.14mg	7%
Total Carbs	55.43g	24%
Sugars	14.45g	74%
Dietary Fiber	4.63g	24%
Protein	5.18g	13%
Iron	3.3mg	23%
Calcium	151.2mg	19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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