Instructions: Preparation Time: 0:45
Combine first 3 ingredients in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until shortening melts.

Combine flour, soda, salt, ginger, and cinnamon; add shortening mixture, stirring well. Stir in molasses; chill 8 hours. Divide dough in half; store 1 portion in refrigerator. Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface. Cut with a 5-inch gingerbread man cutter, and place on lightly greased cookie sheets. Press currants into dough for eyes, nose, and mouth. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes. Cool cookies 2 minutes on cookie sheets; remove to wire racks, and cool completely.

(Cookies will be soft.) Repeat procedure with remaining dough. Store in airtight containers.

Yield: about 4
dozen.

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