Ginger Creams

A recipe of my great grandmother Jeans (Catherine)

• Ready In: 10 hrs 10 mins
• Yields: 48 cookies

Ingredients

• 1  cup brown sugar
• 1  cup shortening
• 2  eggs
• 1  cup molasses
• 4  cups flour
• 1  teaspoon ginger
• 2  teaspoons cinnamon
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1  teaspoon mace
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1 1⁄4 cups hot water
• 2  teaspoons baking soda

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients, mix thoroughly.
2. Bake in at 375 for about 25 minutes.
3. Top with powdered sugar.