Gingersnaps

Why I Love This Recipe
Ingredients You'll Need
3/4 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1/4 c. molasses
2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 Tbsp. ground ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
additional sugar
Directions
Beat shortening at medium speed; gradually add sugar and beat well. Mix in egg and molasses. Combine flour, soda, salt & spices. Add flour mixture 1/4 at a time to creamed mixture, mixing after each addition. Shape in to 3/4" balls and roll in additional sugar. Bake on ungreased cookie sheets at 350 degrees for 8 minutes. Cool on rack.
Makes 8 dozen