Gingersnaps

Directions

1. 1
   Heat to boiling point the molasses.
2. 2
   Pour it over shortening. Sift together and stir this into the flour, baking soda, ginger and salt.
3. 3
   Shape 1/4 the mixture at a time, keeping the rest of the dough in the refrigerator until you are ready to cut it out.
4. 4
   Roll as thin as possible; cut with small, round cutter.
5. 5
   Bake at 350° until crisp and dry (8 to 10 minutes).
6. 6
   Makes 100 or more.
7. 7
   Keeps well.