1 c. white sugar
1 c. molasses
3 tsp. soda in 1/2 c. boiling water
1 tsp. ginger
1 c. shortening
2 eggs
1 tsp. cinnamon
5 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt

Chill overnight. Roll 1/2 inch thick, cut with Spam can. Bake about 8 to 10 minutes at 350 degrees.

1 pkg. Knox gelatin

Dissolve in 1/2 cup water -- let stand. 3/4 c. water

Boil until it spins a thread. I use a thermometer, 242 degrees, then add gelatin and let stand until lukewarm. Beat until white and doesn't run.

Frosted cookies must stand until frosting sets and firms. Freezes well.

Tip: Boil slowly without stirring until spins thread. Cover first 3 minutes to prevent crystals forming on side of pan.