Instructions: Bring shortening, sugar, molasses, and vinegar to boiling.

Cool and add egg. Add sifted dry ingredients; mix well.

Chill.

Roll on lightly floured surface. Cut into desired shape.

Bake on greased cookie sheet in moderate oven at 375 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes. You can use this recipe for gingerbread men.

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