1/2 lb. butter
1/2 lb. lard
1 pt. molasses
1/2 lb. brown sugar
1 tbsp. ginger (heaping)
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves
8 to 9 c. all-purpose flour

Mix all (except flour) with a spoon as long as possible, then knead in flour with the hands until sufficient flour is used to make a delicate dough. Roll out thin, cut with cookie cutters and bake in a quick oven (375°F to 400°F) for 7 to 10 minutes; less for thin cookies. Keep ingredients in a cool place until mixed.

Note: This recipe makes 100 to 150 cookies and the dough should be rolled very thin to make them crisp.