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Merry Christmas Cookies
 
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Prep Time: 12 Minutes
Cook Time: 8 Minutes
Ready In: 20 Minutes
Servings: 16
My Mother made these back in the 50's. They have a spicey flavor, and smell wonderful baking during the holidays. These are crispy cookies and fun to decorate.
Ingredients:
1/3 cup shortening
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 egg
2/3 cup honey
2 3/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
Directions:
1. mix together thoroughly shortening brown sugar egg and honey.
2. stir in flour and spices.
3. chill dough for 30 min.
4. roll out 1/4 inch thick cut into desired shapes.
5. place 1 inch apart on lightly greased baking sheet.
6. bake at 375 for 8 to 10 minutes.
7. Cool, frost or decorate as desired.
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