Molasses Cookies(Chewy German Cookie)  
["1 pt. molasses", "1 lb. brown sugar", "1 Tbsp. shortening", "1 tsp. allspice", "1 tsp. nutmeg", "1 tsp. cloves", "2 tsp. cinnamon", "1 tsp. ginger", "1/2 c. water", "8 c. flour", "2 tsp. baking powder", "1 lb. chopped nuts"]
["In a saucepan, mix together the molasses, sugar, spices and water.", "Bring to a boil and sustain for 3 minutes.", "Remove from heat and cool.", "Add nuts and the flour, mixed with baking powder. Mix well.", "Let stand until cold.", "Divide dough and roll out on board or cloth with a rolling pin or pat by hand. Cut into diamond shapes and place on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350\u00b0 for 10 to 13 minutes.", "Makes 12 to 14 dozen."]
["molasses", "brown sugar", "shortening", "allspice", "nutmeg", "cloves", "cinnamon", "ginger", "water", "flour", "baking powder", "nuts"]