Gingerbread Boys

Directions

1. 1
   Cream sugar, salt and shortening.
2. 2
   Stir in egg, molasses and vinegar.
3. 3
   Beat well.
4. 4
   Sift together dry ingredients; stir into molasses mix.
5. 5
   Chill about 3 hours.
6. 6
   On a lightly floured board, roll to 1/8 inch.
7. 7
   Cut with gingerbread boy cutter (or draw pattern).
8. 8
   Place 1 inch apart on a greased cookie sheet.
9. 9
   Use raisins for eyes and buttons.
10. 10
    Bake about 6 minutes at 375°.
11. 11
    Cool slightly.
12. 12
    Frost, if desired.