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

Beat together shortening, sugar, egg, and molasses. Add remaining ingredients. Form in small balls and roll in sugar. Bake at 350 degrees for 5-8 minutes.