Molasses Cookies

Molasses Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup shortening
• 2 eggs (beaten)
• 1 cup molasses*
• 4 cups all purpose flour
• 4 tsp. baking soda
• 2 tsp. cinnamon
• 1 tsp. ground ginger
• 1 tsp. salt

Directions:

Cream sugar and shortening; add eggs and molasses*. Sift flour and spices together; add sugar mixture. Mix well. Roll dough in to balls the size of walnuts; then roll dough balls in more granulated sugar. Put on a greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees F for 10-12 minutes. Makes: 3 dozen.

*When measuring the molasses, first spray your measuring cup and spoon with cooking spray, so it will pour out easier.

By Terri H.