Big Soft Ginger Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt (optional)
3/4 tsp. cinnamon
2 tsp. ground ginger
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
3/4 c. margarine or butter
1 c. sugar
1 egg
2 Tbsp. sugar
1/4 c. molasses

Preparation

Combine flour, soda, salt and spices.
Set aside.
In large mixing bowl, beat margarine with electric mixer on low speed to soften.
Gradually add 1 cup sugar, beating until fluffy.
Add egg and molasses, beating well.
Stir in dry ingredients.