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

Cream shortening. Add sugar; beat in egg and molasses. Mix all dry ingredients; add gradually to first mixture. Mix well. Place in refrigerator for about an hour, even overnight. Form a teaspoon (or tablespoon) of dough into balls. Roll in granulated sugar. Place on ungreased cookie sheet.

Bake 10 to 12 minutes at 350°F. Cool. Place in tightly covered tin.