Molasses Crinkles - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 beaten egg
1/4 c. molasses
2 1/4 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
2 tsp. soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/4 c. granulated sugar

Preparation

Thoroughly cream shortening and brown sugar.
Add egg and molasses.
Beat well.
Add sifted ingredients.
Mix well.
Chill thoroughly or overnight.
Shape in balls the size of walnuts and dip one side in granulated sugar.
Place, sugared side up, on greased cookie sheet, 2 or 3 inches apart.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 15 minutes.
Makes 3 dozen cookies.