1 c. molasses
1 c. sugar
1 c. lard (shortening)
1 egg
1 tbsp. baking soda
1 tsp. black pepper
1 tsp. salt
4 c. flour
1 tbsp. ginger

Cream lard and sugar and add molasses and egg. Sift together dry ingredients and add to the sugar mixture. Roll out and cut place on greased cookie sheet bake in 375 degree oven.