TESTED & PERFECTED GINGERBREAD MEN Recipe. Step-by-Step. is perfect for busy families. Comes together quickly with a few staple ingredients!
INGREDIENTS
1?2 cup creamed shortening 1?2 cup granulated sugar 1?2 cup dark molasses 1 medium egg 2 1?2 cups all-purpose flour 1?2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking powder 1?2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon ginger 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 1?2 teaspoons cinnamon, ground 1?2 teaspoon nutmeg, ground
DIRECTIONS
Mix together the shortening, sugar, and molasses. Next, add egg and beat completely. Combine all dry ingredients and add to the creamed ingredients--using 1/2 cup increments. Beat well after each addition. Refrigerate the dough until cold. Roll out until the dough is about 1/4 inch thick. Use cookie cutters to form the figures. Place in a 350 oven and bake for 10 - 12 minutes.
by: Duckie067
