Icebox Molasses Cookies

 

Recipe for the Day!

Cream:
    1 cup shortening
    1 cup sugar
Add:
    1/2 cup molasses
    2 eggs, well beaten

Mix Well, shape into small loaf then wrap in waxed paper.  let chill over night, then slice thinly and bake in hot oven. 

Recommended by Mrs. Worth Stewart of Stanley!

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