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                           Gingerbread Cookies

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Cookies

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      package       Gingerbread Cookie Mix
     1/2  cup           molasses
     1/2  cup           butter or margarine,softened
     1/4  cup           hot water

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.  Place the Gingerbread Cookie Mix in a
large bowl, and add the molasses, butter, and water.  Beat the mixture
until it is smooth.  Refrigerate the dough for 2 hours.  Cut the dough
into quarters and work with 1/4 at a time.  Roll the dough to 1/4-inch
thickness on a floured board.  Cut into assorted shapes and place on
ungreased cookie sheets.  Bake for 8 to 9 minutes.  Cool 2 minutes, then
move to a rack to cool further.  Repeat with remaining dough.

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