Start by preheating the oven to 350°. Add 2 cups of molasses to a large mixing bowl along with 1 stick of softened butter and two large eggs.

So, this week and next, Curious Cook will be sharing recipes and tips for baking Gingersnap Cookies. ``I have a recipe for soft Gingersnaps for S.G.W. of Rock Island,'' e-mails M.K. of Aledo ...

Chopped dates and molasses contribute a sticky richness, while a topping of turbinado sugar offers plenty of crunch to contrast the soft cookie. Get the recipe. Cook time: 1 hour.

Heat oven to 375°F. In medium bowl, mix cookie mix, cocoa, softened butter, water and egg with spoon until soft dough forms. Stir in toffee bits. Shape dough into 48 (1 1/4-inch) balls. Place balls 1 ...

For soft cookies, bake for 7 to 9 minutes, or until just darkening at the edges. For crisp cookies, bake a minute or two longer, or until the edges are golden brown.

Preparation 1. Heat the oven to 350 F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. 2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the shortening into the warm melted butter until the shortening is mostly melted.