Christmas Jewels
1/3 cup shortening
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup molasses
1 egg
1/2 cup flour (sifted)
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon mace
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1 pound mixed candied fruit
2 cups nuts (coarsely chopped)
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Mix shortening, sugar, molasses, and egg
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Mix dry ingredients together in separate bowl
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Blend dry ingredients into shortening mixture
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Stir in fruit and nuts
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Drop rounded teaspoons about 1 inch apart on a greased
cookie sheet
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Bake at 325 F for 12 to 15 minutes
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Cool on sheet for several minutes, than transfer to wire
rack
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