1 1/2 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. molasses
1 1/2 c. lard or butter
2 tsp. baking soda
1 c. hot water
2 eggs, beaten
1 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. anise oil or powder
5 to 6 c. flour

FROSTING:

2 1/2 c. sifted powdered sugar
2 egg whites
1/4 tsp. cream of tartar
1/4 tsp. vanilla

Cook sugar, molasses and lard until dissolved. Cool. Mix soda in hot water. Add soda, mix eggs and remaining ingredients. Add enough flour to make a stiff dough. Set in cold place overnight. Roll out the dough and cut out cookies. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.

Frosting: Put all in a bowl and beat until stiff enough to use.