Molasses Cookie Mix

Ingredients:

• 6 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 cups sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking soda
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon ground ginger
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
• Additional ingredients:
• 3/4 cup butter, softened
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup molasses
• Additional sugar

Directions:

1. In a bowl, combine the first nine ingredients.
2. Divide into three batches; store in airtight containers in a cool dry place for up to 6 months.
3. Yield: 3 batches (9 cups total).
4. To prepare cookies: In a large bowl, cream butter until light and fluffy.
5. Add egg and molasses; mix well.
6. Add 3 cups cookie mix; beat until smooth.
7. Shape into 1-in. balls and roll in sugar.
8. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
9. Bake at 375° for 9-11 minutes or until the edges are firm and the surface cracks.
10. Cool on wire racks.
11. Yield: about 4 dozen per batch.