G-Men


Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 egg 
  • 1 1/2 cup flour
  • 1 pkg. instant butterscotch pudding mix
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • Favorite frosting
  • raisins & candies
 Tools you'll need
  • Cookie cutter 
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Rolling pin
  • Large spoon

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  1. With the help of an adult, preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Mix together egg, shortening, and brown sugar.
  3. Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
  4. Roll out dough and cut into gingerbread men shapes with a cookie cutter.
  5. Bake for 10 minutes (time may vary).
  6. Decorate with frosting, raisins and candies when cool.

    7. Children like this recipe because the gingerbread is sweeter and chewier than the traditional molasses cookies.