Gingersnaps

Directions

1. 1
   In large bowl, cream shortening and sugar.
2. 2
   Add molasses and egg, beat well.
3. 3
   Add dry ingredients.
4. 4
   Mix well.
5. 5
   Cover and chill. Preheat oven to 375°.
6. 6
   Grease cookie sheets.
7. 7
   Form dough into 1-inch balls.
8. 8
   Roll each ball in sugar, place on cookie sheets 2-inches apart.
9. 9
   Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown.
10. 10
    Let stand 1 minute, remove to rack to cool. Makes 48 cookies.