Brer Rabbit Molasses Sugar Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. shortening or oleo
1 c. white sugar
1/4 c. molasses
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. plus 4 Tbsp. flour
2 tsp. baking soda or use 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. vanilla
1/4 to 1/2 tsp. cinnamon and ginger or cloves
1 egg

Preparation

Cream shortening and sugar.
Add egg; beat well.
Add molasses, then add dry ingredients.
Stir well.
Chill overnight. Form into 1-inch balls; roll in sugar.
Place on sprayed sheet; flatten and sprinkle with sugar.
Bake at 375\u00b0 for 8 to 10 minutes.