GINGER SNAPS

Steps:

• 1. Cream 3/4 c. shortening and 1 cup of sugar together with a pastry blender.
• 2. Add molasses and egg. (Beat with electric beater until smooth).
• 3. Add dry ingredients and mix well. (I start with the electric mixer, adding dry ingredients slowly. Once all ingredients are blended together, I finish mixing with my hands).
• 4. Put 3/4 c. granulated sugar in a bowl for dipping.
• 5. Roll cookie dough into Tablespoon size balls and dip into sugar. Place on cookie sheet.
• 6. Bake for 12-15 minutes in a 375 degree oven. (Don't overbake). They will flatten as they cool. They should look cracked.
• 7. Unusually delicious WARM!
• 8. NOTE: If you run out of time, cookie dough can be refrigerated until you can get back to making your cookies. Just let the dough set out for a little while so it is easier to form your balls. Dough also freezes well and makes great gifts!