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Ingredients

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup mild-flavored molasses
• 1/4 cup shortening
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 beaten egg
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon finely shredded orange peel
• 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• Finely chopped, slivered, or sliced nuts (optional)
• Icing:
• 1 cup sifted powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons meringue powder*
• 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 3 tablespoons cold water

Description

Christmas In Sweden Might Not Arrive If These Spiced Cookiesin Shapes Of Gingerbread Folk, Hearts, And The Beloved Christmas Pigweren't On The Scene. To Follow The Swedish Tradition, Roll The Cookie Dough Thinly.

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