Ingredients
- 2 1/2 c flour
- 1 c brown sugar
- 3/4 c shortening
- 1/4 c molasses
- 1/4 c water
- 2 ts baking soda
- 1 ts ginger
- 1 ts cinnamon
- 1/2 ts salt
Beat shortening for 30 seconds. Add sugar & beat till light & fluffy. Add molasses & water. Mix well. Add the baking soda, cinnamon, ginger & salt. Mix. Finally fold in flour. Mix well. Form into 1 inch balls. Place on a greased cookie sheet 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly & bake at 375F for 8 to 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Makes 36.