Ginger Molasses Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Combine flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda and salt.
2. 2
   With an electric mixer set at medium low speed, beat butter and sugar until fluffy.
3. 3
   Beat in egg and molasses.
4. 4
   Reduce speed to low and gradually beat in flour mixture until just incorporated.
5. 5
   Chill until firm, about 1 hour.
6. 6
   Heat oven to 350°.
7. 7
   Shape into 1-inch balls.
8. 8
   Roll in sugar and place about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
9. 9
   Bake until edges just start to brown, about 15 minutes.
10. 10
    Cool on cookie sheet 2 minutes before removing to racks. Cool completely.
11. 11
    Makes 6 dozen.