4 c. flour, sifted
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 c. molasses
2 egg yolks
Canned cake frosting

Sift together flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder and spices. Cream shortening with sugar; blend in molasses and egg yolks. Mix in flour mixture. Cover; chill for several hours or overnight. Roll out small portions at a time to 1/4 inch thickness between two sheets of wax paper.

Cut with gingerbread man cookie cutter. Place on ungreased baking sheet. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from oven after a minute or two. Run a knife under cookies. Cool and decorate with cake frosting.