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One cupful of brown sugar,

One and one-half cupfuls of flour,

One-quarter teaspoonful of baking soda,

Two teaspoonfuls of baking powder,

One teaspoonful of ginger,

Two teaspoonfuls of cinnamon,

One-half teaspoon of nutmeg.

Mix thoroughly by sifting and then rub into the mixture seven tablespoons of shortening. Mix to dough with

One well-beaten egg,

Six tablespoons of coffee.

Knead dough well and then roll out one-quarter inch on slightly floured pastry board. Cut with animal cutters and then bake on a baking sheet in a moderate oven for ten minutes. Cool and then wash with a mixture of syrup and water and roll in confectioner's sugar.

Note.—The dough must be fairly soft. If necessary, add more coffee.

Syrup Wash:

Three tablespoons syrup,

One tablespoon boiling water.

Mix and use.