Ginger Cookies

1 1/2 cups shortening

2 cups sugar

2 eggs

4 cups flour

4 tsp. baking soda

1 tsp. salt

2 tsp. cinnamon

2 Tbsp. ginger

1/2 cup molasses

sugar

Cream shortening and sugar.  Add eggs.  Cream well.

Sift dry ingredients and add to the creamed mixture.  Add the molasses and mix well.

Roll into 1 inch balls, roll in sugar.  Bake 12-15 minutes at 350 degrees.

Recipe from Amy England