CHRISTMAS COOKIES

Ingredients:

• 1½ cups sugar
• 1 cup lard
• 1 cup molasses
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ginger
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon essence of anise
• ¼ teaspoon cloves
• Flour (enough to stiffen)

Instructions:

1. Combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl, adding enough flour to make the dough stiff.
2. Chill the dough.
3. Roll into small balls and place on a cookie sheet.
4. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F until golden brown.