Soft Ginger Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Heat molasses and water almost to boiling.
2. 2
   Set off heat and add butter.
3. 3
   Combine sugar, flour, salt, soda and ginger.
4. 4
   Stir into warm molasses and butter mixture.
5. 5
   Chill.
6. 6
   Roll on floured board 1/4 inch thick.
7. 7
   Cut into desired shapes.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with sugar and bake at 350° about 8 minutes.
9. 9
   Do not overbake.