Moravian Ginger Cookies
["1/3 c. molasses", "1/4 c. shortening", "2 Tbsp. brown sugar", "1 1/4 c. flour", "1/4 tsp. baking powder", "dash of nutmeg", "dash of allspice", "1/2 tsp. salt", "1/4 tsp. soda", "1/4 tsp. cinnamon", "1/4 tsp. ginger", "1/4 tsp. cloves"]
["Mix molasses, shortening and sugar thoroughly.", "Measure flour by dipping method or by sifting.", "Stir together remaining ingredients; blend in.", "Work with hands until well blended. Cover; chill about 4 hours.", "(Thorough chilling is needed to make dough hold together.)", "Heat oven to 375\u00b0.", "Roll dough out paper thin, a little at a time.", "Cut in desired shapes.", "Place on ungreased baking sheet.", "Bake 8 minutes or until lightly browned. Frost, if desired.", "Makes about 5 dozen cookies."]
["molasses", "shortening", "brown sugar", "flour", "baking powder", "nutmeg", "allspice", "salt", "soda", "cinnamon", "ginger", "cloves"]