Old Fashioned Gingersnaps

6 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 c. molasses
  • 3 c. all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp. soda
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 2 tsp. ground ginger

Directions

  1. 1
    Heat molasses and shortening.
  2. 2
    Mix and sift dry ingredients and add to first mixture (need not wait to cool).
  3. 3
    Thoroughly chill, toss on lightly floured board, roll very thin and cut. Handle quickly and do not let get warm.
  4. 4
    Bake on greased cookie sheet at 375° for 8 to 10 minutes.
  5. 5
    Makes 4 dozen.

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