Gingersnaps - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 to 1 c. sugar
3/4 c. shortening
1 egg
1/4 c. dark molasses
2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/16 tsp. cayenne (optional)

Preparation

Mix in order listed.
Roll into walnut size balls.
Roll in white sugar.
Place on greased sheet.
Bake 8 to 10 minutes at 375\u00b0.
For a crisper cookie, press flat before baking.