INGREDIENTS
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1 c. shortening (Crisco)
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2 c. white sugar
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1 tbsp. cinnamon
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1/8 tsp. black pepper
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1/2 c. buttermilk
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2 tsp. baking soda
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1 tsp. allspice
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1 tsp. cloves
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1/2 tsp. nutmeg
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1 c. molasses
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1/2 tsp. salt
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5 c. flour
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8 drops anise oil (optional)
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1 tbsp. ground cinnamon