Ginger Snaps

Ingredients

• 1 cup shortening
• 2 cups sugar + extra for topping
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup molasses
• 4 cups flour
• 1 tsp. cinnamon
• 2 tsp. ginger
• 1/2 tsp. cloves
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 Tbsp. soda

Directions

Cream shortening and sugar together in bowl until light and fluffy. Add eggs, mixing well. Add molasses, mixing well. Sift remaining ingredients together. Add to creamed mixture, mixing well. Shape into tablespoon sized balls. Place on cookie sheet and flatten slightly. Sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 375 degrees F for 8-10 minutes.

By Robin from Washington, IA