1 c. molasses
1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. brown sugar
3 3/4 c. flour
3/4 tsp. ginger
3/4 tsp. cloves
3/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. allspice
3/4 tsp. baking soda

Melt molasses and butter in a large pan; stir until well mixed and add sugar, stir until dissolved. Sift together remaining ingredients and beat into the molasses mixture. Put the dough in the refrigerator overnight. Remove at least 2 hours before attempting to roll. Roll out a on a slightly floured board and cut with cookie cutters (preferably men!). Place on greased sheet and bake 8 minutes at 375 degrees. Remove from sheet when partially cooled. When completely cooled frost with lightly flavored mint frosting.