Spice Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Cream together margarine and sugar.
2. 2
   Add eggs and molasses; beat again.
3. 3
   In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda and spices.
4. 4
   Add the dry ingredients to the wet and stir.
5. 5
   If necessary, gradually add more flour until you are able to roll a small ball of dough in your palms without it sticking.
6. 6
   Roll dough into 1-inch balls and roll them lightly in granulated sugar.
7. 7
   Place on ungreased cookie sheets and bake in 375° oven for 15 to 18 minutes, until very lightly browned.
8. 8
   They should be chewy, if overbaked, becomes tough.