Peace Coffee newsletter editor Lynn Nichols has had this offering from Caprilands Herb Farm in Connecticut in her recipe box for years. They're deliciously spicy, with an extra holiday zing that could only come from coffee!

Cream together:
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup molasses
1 egg

Sift and add to above mixture:
2 1/4 cups flour
2 tablespoons ginger
1 teaspon cinnamon
2 tablespoons anise
1 tablespoon coriander
1 scant teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt

Add to above:
6 tablespoons strong brewed coffee

Dissolve and add to above:
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 tablespoons hot water

Mix well. Drop by spoonfuls onto a greased cookie sheet, two inches apart. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Do not overbake as cookies should stay soft. Yields 60.

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