Ginger Bread Cookies

This recipe comes from the Scovil Bakery in Nauvoo, Illinois.

1 c. sugar
1 c. Molases
3/4 c. oil or shortening
1/2 c. hot water
Combine then add 2 eggs
Mix together the following:
1 tsp. soda
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. cinnamon
2 tsp. ginger
6 or 7 c. white flour

Mix dry ingredients with sugar and molasses mixture. Refrigerate dough overnight. Roll out and cut with cookie cutter. Bake at 350 for 10 minutes.