Ginger and Molasses Cookies
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup soft shortening
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 2 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- granulated sugar
Instructions
Mix shortening, brown sugar, egg, and molasses thoroughly. Measure flour by dipping method or by sifting. Blend all dry ingredients; stir into molasses mixture. Chill. Heat oven to 375 F. Roll dough in 1 1/4 inch balls. Dip tops in sugar. Place balls, sugared side up, 3 inches apart on greased baking sheet. Sprinkle Each with 2 or 3 drops of water. Bake 10 to 12 minutes, or just until set but not hard. Makes 4 dozen.