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,