1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. sugar
1 egg, beaten
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/4 c. molasses
2 c. sifted flour
1/4 tsp. of the following: Salt Allspice Clove Mace Cinnamon Ginger

1. Cream shortening. Add sugar.

2. Add egg. Mix soda with molasses and add.

3. Gradually add flour sifted with salt and spices.

4. Fill a cookie press. Form cookies on ungreased baking sheets.

5. If desired, add a frosting of powdered sugar and milk.

6. Bake 10 minutes at 375 degrees.