Village Park Alpharetta's LAURA TRIBOU

Laura is a well known figure throughout the Alpharetta Community. Residents love her jokes and the delicious desserts she bakes.

The moment you step foot into Village Park Alpharetta, you are sure to smell the sweet scent of baked cookies and hear residents mention the name, Laura Tribou. Laura joined the Village Park team in 2018. As a former Technical Designer for Carter's Children's Wear, she adapted her knack for calculating measurements into creating delicious treats on a large scale. She sets the dining standard as Alpharetta's lead server and always shares a smile.

When asked what her favorite part of the community is, she answered: "I adore the residents and being able to interact with them all day, every day.

Laura's Famous Soft Ginger Cookies

Ingredients

2 1/4 cups All Purpose Flour 2 tsp. Ground Ginger 1 tsp. Baking Soda 3/4 tsp. Ground Cinnamon 1/2 tsp. Ground Cloves 1/4 tsp. Salt (optional) 3/4 cup Margarine or Butter 1 cup Shortening 1 cup Sugar 1 Egg 1/4 cup Molasses 2 Tbsp. Sugar

Directions

Combine flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, salt; set aside

In Large Mixing Bowl, beat margarine or butter to soften.

Gradually add 1 cup of sugar, then beat until fluffy. Add egg and molasses. Stir dry ingredients into beaten mixture.

Shape into 1 1/2-inch balls (1 heaping tablespoon dough each). Roll in the 2 tablespoons sugar and place on ungreased cookie sheet about 2 1/2 inches apart.

Bake at 350° for 10 minutes.

Let cool and enjoy!