I have a vague childhood memory of Mrs. Drentell standing at the door of her house, which was kitty corner from my grandparents’ house on South Main Street. I have vivid memories, however, of my mother making batch after batch of this tried and true cookie. Soft and chewy with the perfect combination of spices, you’re gonna love this one! (And thank you, Mrs. Drentell, for being so generous in sharing your recipe.)

3/4 c. butter
1 c. sugar
1/4 c. molasses
1 egg
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2 c. flour; sifted
2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt

Combine butter and sugar. Add molasses and egg. Combine dry ingredients in a separate bowl, and add to mixture.

Chill dough. Roll into balls. Press on greased cookie sheet with a sugar dipped glass.

Bake at 375° for 8 minutes.

UPDATE: Mom just informed me that Mrs. Drentell didn’t live across the street; she lived next door. And I had never met her. Well, I did say “vague” memory . . .