GINGERBREAD  MEN





1/3C. Shortening                           1 teaspoon Salt

1C. Brown Sugar                            1 teaspoon Allspice

1 1/2C. dark Molasses                      1 teaspoon Ginger

2/3C Cold Water                            1 teaspoon Cloves

7C. Flour                                  1 teaspoon Cinnamon

2 teaspoons Baking Soda





Mix shortening, sugar, and molasses thoroughly.  Stir in water.  Blend

all dry ingredients.  Blend all together.  Chill.  Heat oven to 350.

Roll dough to 1/4" thick.  Cut into shapes.  Place far apart on a 

lightly greased cookie sheet.  Bake 10-12 mins. 

(Half the time if you want them soft)

Ice when cool.         



Makes 2 1/2 doz.