Gingersnaps

Directions

1. 1
   In large bowl, cream together shortening, 1 cup sugar.
2. 2
   Add molasses and egg; beat well.
3. 3
   Sift together flour, soda, spices and salt.
4. 4
   Add to first mixture. Mix well.
5. 5
   Cover and chill.
6. 6
   Form into 1 inch balls.
7. 7
   Roll each in sugar.
8. 8
   Place on ungreased cookie sheets, about 2 inches apart.
9. 9
   Bake at 375° about 8 minutes.
10. 10
    Let stand 1 minute.
11. 11
    Remove to wire rack and cool.
12. 12
    Makes about 4 dozen.