Ginger Bread Cookies

This easy to make traditional Christmas Cookie recipe for Ginger Bread Cookies was created by Jessica Driver. ½ cup molasses ½ cup sugar 1 ½ cups flour ½ cup butter softened 1 egg 1 tsp. ginger 1 tsp. vanilla 1 tsp. baking soda 1 cup boiling water Place all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and mix thoroughly. Chill dough for about 1 hour. Roll out dough to about ¼ inch thick. Cut into shapes. Re-roll scapes of dough until all dough is used up. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper. Bake at 350 degrees for about 8-10 minutes (smaller …