Sarah'S Sugar Crisps - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. shortening or margarine
1 c. granulated sugar
1/4 c. molasses
1 egg
2 tsp. soda
2 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt

Preparation

In large saucepan, melt shortening over low heat.
Remove and let cool.
Add sugar, molasses and egg; beat well.
Sift together remaining dry ingredients; add to first mixture.
Mix well and chill thoroughly (at least 2 hours).
Form into 1-inch balls; roll in sugar.
Place on greased cookie sheets 2 inches apart.
Bake at 375\u00b0 for 8 to 10 minutes.
Makes 4 1/2 dozen delightful cookies. Flatten with glass which has been greased and dipped in sugar before baking.