1 1/2 c. sugar
1 c. butter
1/3 c. molasses
1 egg
3 1/4 c. flour
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. ginger
2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt

Mix together. Refrigerate 1 hour minimum. Take 1/4 of dough and roll to 1/8 inch thick on floured surface. Keep remaining dough in refrigerator. Place on ungreased sheet and bake 6 to 9 minutes at 350 degrees. Great recipe for cut out cookies, gingerbread houses, etc.