6 1/2 c flour
1 tbsp ginger
2 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp allspice
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 c brown sugar
1 c shortening
1 c molasses
2 eggs
2 tbsp cider vinegar

In a medium bowl stir together flour, ginger, cinnamon, allspice, baking soda and salt. Set aside.

Place brown sugar and shortening in a large mixer bowl. At high speed beat until will blended. At low speed beat in molasses, eggs, vinegar, and flour mixture. Beat until well blended. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour. Roll out and cut out shapes.

Bake at 350°F for 8 minutes.