Molasses Crisps

Directions

1. 1
   In a mixer, cream together the butter and the sugar until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula, then beat the egg.
3. 3
   Cream until the mixture is light and lemon-colored.
4. 4
   Add the molasses and mix until combined.
5. 5
   Scrape down the side of the bowl.
6. 6
   In a separate bowl, stir together the salt, ginger, cinnamon, and baking soda.
7. 7
   Add this to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
8. 8
   A third at a time, add the flour to the butter mixture and mix just until combined.
9. 9
   Wrap in plastic and chill at least 2 hours or overnight.
10. 10
    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and lightly grease two baking sheets.
11. 11
    Roll the dough into balls 1/2 to 2 inches in diameter (depending on what size you like them) and arrange them in well-spaced rows on the cookie sheets.
12. 12
    Bake about 10-12 minutes, just until crisp.
13. 13
    The cookies will be thin and flat.
14. 14
    Let cool on the baking sheet 2 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
15. 15
    When cool, store in an airtight container.