Aunt Sis's Molasses Cookies

MOLASSES COOKIES                 Sis

Cream:

                        1 C. lard

                        1 C. white sugar

                        1 C. brown sugar

Add and beat well:  2 eggs - save 1 yolk for tops

Add:

                        1/ 2 C. cold water

                        1 C. gold label molasses (light)

Sift and add:

                        6 C. flour

                        1/ 2 tsp. cinnamon

                        5 tsp. soda

Mix all well.  Drop by tsp. on greased cooky sheet.  Beat saved out yolk with 2 Tbsp. water and brush on tops.

Bake at 325 for 8 to 10 minutes.  Should still be soft and light brown but leave no fingerprints.