Gingerbread Cookie Dough

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cloves and nutmeg into a bowl.
2. 2
   Beat shortening with sugar in another larger bowl until fluffy.
3. 3
   Beat in molasses and egg.
4. 4
   Stir in flour mixture to make a stiff dough.
5. 5
   Chill 1 hour.
6. 6
   Cut out on foil lined baking sheets.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° for 8 to 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Allow to cool before moving.
9. 9
   Decorate cookies with Royal Frosting.