Ginger snaps

Makes about 4 dozens

• ¾ cup shortening
• ½ cup sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup molasses
• 1 egg
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon cloves
• ½ teaspoon ginger
• ½ teaspoon salt

1. In a large bowl cream the shortening, sugar, and brown sugar, add the molasses and egg, and beat well.
2. In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingrédients.
3. Add the dry mixture to the molasses mixture, blending well and chill the dough for 1 hour.
4. Shape the dough into small balls and roll in sugar.
5. Place on a cookie sheet and bake in a 375F (190C) oven for 9 minutes.

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