KENMORE GINGERBREAD

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This recipe comes from the Kenmore House which was built in 1752 by Colonel Fielding Lewis for this bride, the only sister of George Washington.

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 cup west india molasses
1/2 cup warm milk
2 tablespoons ground ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons mace
1 1/2 teaspoons nutmeg
2 -3 ounces brandy
3 eggs
3 cups flour
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 large orange, juiced and rind grated
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup raisins (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Cut up in a pan the butter and brown sugar; beat to a cream with a paddle.
  • Add molasses and warm milk, ginger, cinnamon, mace and nutmeg; add brandy.
  • Beat eggs till very light and thick.
  • Flour and cream of tartar should be sifted, then stirred alternately with the beaten eggs into the batter.
  • Mix in the juice and the grated rind of the orange.
  • Dissolve soda in a little warm water, and stir in .
  • Beat until very light.
  • Raisins are a good addition.
  • Bake in a loaf, sheet or patty pans for about 30 minutes.

Mia HOSKING
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These cookies were a hit at my holiday party! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. I love the way the spices fill my house when they're baking.


Raj Khalifa LTD
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I'm not a huge fan of gingerbread, but these cookies were actually really good! The molasses and spices gave them a really nice flavor. I would definitely make them again.


Mohamed Hegazy
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These are the best gingerbread cookies I've ever had! They're so soft and chewy, and the flavor is amazing. I love the addition of molasses and spices. They're perfect for a holiday treat!


L Dinero
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I was looking for a good gingerbread cookie recipe and this one did not disappoint! The cookies were soft and chewy and had the perfect amount of spice. I will definitely be making these again.


new nepal
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These gingerbread cookies are delicious! They're the perfect addition to any holiday party. I love the way the molasses and spices give them such a unique flavor.


Shokit Ali
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I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect holiday treat. I love the way the spices warm my house when they're baking.


Safeer Ali
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These cookies were a hit at my holiday party! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. I love the way the spices fill my house when they're baking.


salvador fareed
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I'm not a huge fan of gingerbread, but these cookies were actually really good! The molasses and spices gave them a really nice flavor. I would definitely make them again.


Sagir Ansari
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These are the best gingerbread cookies I've ever had! They're so soft and chewy, and the flavor is amazing. I love the addition of molasses and spices. They're perfect for a holiday treat!


Bishek Bhattarai
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I was looking for a good gingerbread recipe and this one did not disappoint! The cookies were soft and chewy and had the perfect amount of spice. I will definitely be making these again.


Hashel Alsereidi
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These gingerbread cookies are delicious! They're the perfect holiday treat. I love the way the spices warm my house when they're baking.


Luitel Divyaraj
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I love this recipe! The cookies are so soft and chewy, and the flavor is perfect. I've made them several times and they're always a hit.


Dulan Bhattacharjee
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These gingerbread cookies are amazing! They're so easy to make and they taste like they came from a bakery. I'll definitely be making them again.


R, S, Ridoy Khan
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I've tried many gingerbread recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The cookies are so flavorful and moist. I love the addition of molasses and spices. They're perfect for a holiday treat!


Bezi Mama
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This gingerbread recipe is a keeper! It's easy to follow and the results are delicious. The cookies are soft and chewy, with the perfect amount of spice. I'll definitely be making these again for Christmas!


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