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Ingredients
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- all-purpose flour375 g
- cream of tartar3 g
- baking soda2 g
- ground nutmeg0.8 g
- shortening, melted and cooled slightly205 g
- packed brown sugar, packed440 g
- eggs2
- vanilla extract5 ml
Quantities are auto-calculated from the original recipe as a guide. Items without numbers (e.g. “to taste”) are not changed.
Method 6 steps
Combine flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and nutmeg in a bowl. Set aside.
Beat together in a large bowl the melted shortening and the brown sugar. Beat in the eggs, then the vanilla extract. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients.
Shape dough into a log measuring 1½ inches in diameter. Wrap log in waxed paper or foil and chill for 4 hours or overnight.
Preheat oven to 375°F (180°C). Lightly grease 2 baking sheets.
Slice log into slices ¼ inch thick. Place slices 1 inch apart on the baking sheets.
Bake for 8–10 minutes until lightly colored. Cool on wire racks.
Region evidence: no stated origin (basic dish)
