Molasses Cookies

3/4 c. shortening

1 c. sugar

1 egg

1/4 c. molasses

2 c. flour

2 tsp. soda

1 tsp. cinnamon

1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ginger

1/2 tsp. cloves

Cream shortening, gradually add sugar, beating until fluffy. Add egg and molasses. Mix well. Combine flour, soda, salt and spices. Add gradually to creamed mixture. Chill for 1 hour. Roll into 1-inch balls and roll in sugar. Cookies will crack when they are done. Bake at 375 for approximately 10 minutes. Makes 4 1/2 dozen.

Mrs. Agnes Reinhard

Our Swiss Pantry II

First Mennonite Church (Berne, IN)

1987