Molasses Christmas Cookies

INGREDIENTS AND DIRECTIONS:

1 1/2 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. molasses (1 c. orange label Brer Rabbit and 1/2 c. green label)
1 1/2 c. lard

Cook until dissolved (boil 3 minutes on low heat). Cool well and add:

3 tsp. anise extract or 1 tsp. anise oil
1 tsp. cinnamon
2 tsp. soda in 1 c. hot water
1/2 tsp. salt

Blend well, then add 7 to 8 cups flour. Chill well, best overnight, roll and cut out with favorite cookie cutters. Bake at 350 degrees for about 8 minutes.

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