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

Sift dry ingredients together twice. Cream shortening with sugar. Beat in egg and molasses. Add dry ingredients and blend well. Form balls about the size of a walnut and roll in granulated sugar. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake in 350 degree oven for 12-15 minutes or until tops are slightly rounded and are light brown and crackly.