Pennsylvania Dutch Molasses Cookies

1 c Molasses
1 ts Soda; dissolved in:
1 tb Hot water
1/2 c Lard; melted
1 Egg
2 1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour (up to 2)
1/8 ts Ginger

Place molasses in a large bowl, add soda which has been dissolved in water and melted lard. Mix well. Add slightly beaten eggs, sifted flour and ginger. Beat well. If dough seems to sticky & soft can add more flour enough to make a stiffer batter. Chill well. Roll out on a floured board, very thin, and cut into animal shapes (or use a round cutter). Bake 350 F. 10-15 minutes. 5 dozen very soft cookies. I make them big and cut them a little thicker.

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