Lebkuchen Cookie Mix (From Germany)

3 c All-purpose flour

1 1/4 ts Nutmeg; ground

1 1/4 ts Cinnamon; ground

1/2 ts Baking soda

1/2 ts Cloves; ground

1/2 ts Allspice; ground

1 Egg

3/4 c Brown sugar; packed

1/2 c Honey

1/2 c Dark molasses

1/2 c Almonds; slivered

1/2 c Candied fruits and peels, fi

-ely chopped Lemon glaze, optional (recip - follows) Stir together the flour, nutmeg, cinnamon, soda, cloves and allspice. In a large mixer bowl, beat the egg; add brown sugar and beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy. Stir in honey and molasses. Add dry ingredients to molasses mixture; beat until the mixture is well combined. Stir in almonds and fruits and peels. Cover; chill for several hours. On floured surface, roll dough into a 14" square. Cut into 3 1/2 x 2" rectangles. Place 2" apart on greased cookie sheet. Bake @ 375 degrees for 12 to 14 minutes or until done. Cool cookies about 1 minute; remove to wire

rack. While cookies are warm, brush with the Lemon Glaze, if desired.