Aunt Rose'S Ginger Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar (can use white)
1 egg
1/4 c. molasses
2 tsp. soda (I use part baking powder)
2 1/2 c. sifted flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. each: cinnamon and cloves
2 tsp. ginger

Preparation

Cream shortening, sugar and egg.
Add molasses; beat well. Sift dry ingredients and add.
Chill dough thoroughly.
Shape into 1-inch balls.
Roll in sugar.
Place 2 inches apart.
Put a drop of water on each one.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 12 to 15 minutes.
Makes 4 dozen.