Ginger Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Sift dry ingredients into a large bowl.
2. 2
   Set aside.
3. 3
   Cream shortening and brown sugar.
4. 4
   Add molasses and water.
5. 5
   Mix well. Add the dry ingredients one cup at a time.
6. 6
   Cover and chill one hour.
7. 7
   Preheat the oven to 350°.
8. 8
   Sprinkle flour on countertop. Divide the dough into four sections.
9. 9
   Roll out each section to 1/2-inch thick.
10. 10
    Cut out circles with the cookie cutter.
11. 11
    Lift the cookies onto a cookie sheet with a spatula.
12. 12
    Put cookies 2 inches apart on greased cookie sheet.
13. 13
    Bake 12 to 15 minutes.
14. 14
    Remove cookies from cookie sheet to cool.
15. 15
    Do not stack cookies or they will stick together.