2 1/4 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. molasses
1/2 c. water
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg

Sift flour, soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt together. Cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and molasses. Mix well and add dry ingredients alternating with water. Drop by teaspoon on ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes. Yield: 2 dozen.