Gingersnaps

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350.
2. 2
   Cream together shortening and 1-cup sugar.
3. 3
   Add egg and molasses; beat on low speed until well mixed. Stir together all remaining dry ingredients except 1/2 cup sugar. Add to molasses mixture and mix well.
4. 4
   Form dough into 1-inch balls.
5. 5
   Roll in remaining sugar.
6. 6
   Place 2-3-inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
7. 7
   Bake 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Cool on cookie sheets until firm.
9. 9
   Remove carefully with spatula.