Brauner Lebkuchen

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~~ THESE COOKIES TAKE TWO DAYS TO MAKE !! ~~

INGREDIENTS

STEP ONE

2 pounds light brown sugar
1 pound dark brown sugar
1/4 pound shortening
1/4 pound butter
2 cups water
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 cups pecans
2 teaspoons lemon flavoring

STEP TWO

2-3/4 pounds flour
2 teaspoons baking powder

Bring Step One ingredients to boil; do not cook. Then set aside until cold.

When cold add Step Two ingredients. Let stand overnight.

In the morning roll out on floured board to 1/8-inch thick and cut out with round cookie cutter.

Bake at 375 degrees for about 10 minutes.