Gingerbread Men

Directions

1. 1
   Thoroughly cream shortening, sugar and salt.
2. 2
   Stir in egg, molasses and vinegar. Beat well.
3. 3
   Sift dry ingredients; stir into molasses mixture.
4. 4
   Chill about 2 hours.
5. 5
   On lightly floured surface roll to 1/8-inch thickness.
6. 6
   Cut with cookie cutter. Place 1 inch apart on greased cookie sheet.
7. 7
   Make eyes and buttons with raisins.
8. 8
   Bake in moderate (375°) oven for about 6 minutes. Cool slightly and remove from sheet. Allow to finish cooling on wire racks.
9. 9
   Store in tightly covered tins.
10. 10
    Keeps well for 3 to 4 weeks.