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

Cream shortening and sugar. Add egg and molasses and beat well. Add dry ingredients. Chill for 30 minutes or more. Roll into 1/2 inch balls and flatten with fork on cookie sheet. Bake 10 to 12 minutes in 350 degree oven.