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Ginger Cookies

• 3/4 cup Butter
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1/4 cup Dark Molasses
• 1 teaspoon ground Cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground Ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground Cloves
• 1 1/2 teaspoon Orange Zest (Grated Orange Rind)
• 2 cups All-purpose Flour, sifted
• 2 teaspoon Baking Soda

Instructions:
Cream the butter and sugar together in a large mixing bowl. Add the egg, molasses, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, orange zest, flour and baking soda. Blend well.
For the dough into 1-inch balls and roll in a bowl of granulated sugar. Place the balls about 2-inches apart on a greased baking sheet. Bake in a pre-heated 350-degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes. Cool on a wire rack, store in an airtight container.
Makes About 3 Dozen