Friday, July 27, 2012

Gingerbread Men (and Women)

1/2 c margarine, softened
2 1/2 c flour
1/2 c sugar
1/2 c molasses
1 egg
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp ginger
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground cloves (I don't use)


In a large bowl, beat margarine for 30 seconds.   Add half of the flour.   Add sugar, molasses, egg, baking soda,and spices.   Beat until thoroughly combined.  Stir in remaining flour.   Chill about 3 hrs.
Roll out on lightly floured surface to 1/8” thickness.  Cut into desired shapes.  Bake at 375 deg. For 5-6 min.  Cool on cookie sheet for 1 min before removing to racks. (Heidi Udall)



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