1 c. sugar
1 c. shortening
1 c. light molasses
2 tbsp. vinegar
2 eggs
5 1/2 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. ground ginger
2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ground cloves

1. Combine sugar, shortening, molasses and vinegar in saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cook 2 minutes and cool. Turn into a large bowl.

2. Beat eggs into cooled molasses mixture.

3. Sift together dry ingredients. Add to molasses mixture. Chill dough overnight.

4. Roll out in portions (1/4 at a time) on lightly floured surface to 1/8 inch thickness.

5. Cut with assorted cookie cutters. Decorate with candy assortment or raisins. Place 1 inch apart on cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 8 minutes.