Ingredients
1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup solid vegetable shortening (not margarine)1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 cup molasses2 large eggs, lightly beaten4 cups flour1/2 teaspoon salt2-1/4 teaspoons baking soda2-1/4 teaspoons ground ginger1-1/2 teaspoons ground cloves1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Preparation
In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, shortening and sugar until light-colored and fluffy. Beat in molasses and eggs; set mixture aside. In another large bowl, combine flour (no need to sift), salt, baking soda, ginger, cloves and cinnamon. Blend thoroughly with wire whisk. Gradually mix flour mixture into creamed ingredients until dough is blended and smooth. Roll dough into 1-1/2-in. balls. Dip tops in granulated sugar; place 2-1/2 in. apart on greased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 11 minutes. Do not overbake. Cool on wire rack. Store in tightly covered container to maintain softness.
