Recipes from Amish Country :: Amish Pies, Cakes, and other Desserts
5 c. sugar 2 1/2 (two and a half) c. lard 4 eggs 1 c. molasses 1 c. hot water 3 Tbsp. baking soda 1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 2 tsp. vanilla extract 12 to 15 c. flour Preheat oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit. Cream first four ingredients. Dissolve baking soda in hot water. Add to creamy mixture. Add vanilla extract and flour. Make small balls and bake on greased cookie sheet.
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