1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. sugar
1 egg
1/2 c. Grandma's molasses
2 1/4 c. flour (plain)
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. water

Drop by spoonsful on cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 minutes.