2 pounds all-purpose flour
2 2/3 tablespoons baking soda
1/4 cup ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons salt
24 ounces oil or melted shortening
2 pounds granulated sugar
7 ounces eggs (about 4 total)
1 cup molasses
Yield: 8 dozen
1. Stir together flour, soda, and spices. Set aside.
2. Combine shortening and sugar in mixer bowl. Beat in medium speed for 5 minutes, using flat beater.
3. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Add molasses gradually to egg mixture. Add dry ingredients gradually on low speed and mix well.
5. Portion with No. 40 dipper 3x5 onto lightly greased or parchment-paper-lined 18x26-inch baking sheets.
6. Bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes.
Notes: Cookies will be soft in center.
2 2/3 tablespoons baking soda
1/4 cup ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons salt
24 ounces oil or melted shortening
2 pounds granulated sugar
7 ounces eggs (about 4 total)
1 cup molasses
Yield: 8 dozen
1. Stir together flour, soda, and spices. Set aside.
2. Combine shortening and sugar in mixer bowl. Beat in medium speed for 5 minutes, using flat beater.
3. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Add molasses gradually to egg mixture. Add dry ingredients gradually on low speed and mix well.
5. Portion with No. 40 dipper 3x5 onto lightly greased or parchment-paper-lined 18x26-inch baking sheets.
6. Bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes.
Notes: Cookies will be soft in center.
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