Ginger Sparkles - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. flour
1 Tbsp. ginger
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 c. shortening
1 c. white sugar
1 egg
1/4 c. molasses

Preparation

Cream shortening and sugar; add egg and molasses.
Mix flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.
Add to creamed mixture. Mix thoroughly.
Form into small balls and roll in granulated sugar.
Place on greased baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 12 to 15 minutes.
Remove to a rack to cool.
Store in airtight container or freeze.
Yields about 5 dozen cookies.