1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. molasses
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. ginger

Cream first 3 ingredients. Add egg and spices. Add 2 1/2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 cup milk and 1/2 cup raisins. Mix well and drop by teaspoonfuls on a greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.