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Submitted by: Brenda Freese
Originally shared on the web 04/28/2006

1 c. butter, softened
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1 c. molasses
2 T. vinegar
1-1/2 t. baking soda
1 t. cinnamon
1 t. cloves
2 t. ginger
5 c. all-purpose flour

Beat sugar and butter together until fluffy; add egg, molasses, vinegar and beat. Next add baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, ginger and flour; beat well until all is well-blended. Refrigerate dough 3 hours or until easy to handle. Roll dough 1/8-inch thick and cut with cookie cutters. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 5 to 8 minutes, or until done. Cool and decorate as
desired.