1 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp. vanilla
1 cup brown sugar
1 tbsp. ginger
1 cup shortening
1 tbsp. baking soda
1 cup molasses
1 tbsp. salt
2 well beaten eggs
5 cups flour
1 tbsp. vinegar

Cream sugar and shortening. Add eggs, then remaining ingredients. Work with hands, if necessary. Shape into 1 inch balls. Place on an oiled cookie sheet.

Bake at 375°F 10 - 12 minutes.