Molasses Crinkles

Great anytime, but especially fun to include in your cookie trays during the holidays! cooking time is per pan.

Preheat oven to 375.

Cream shortening.

Add sugar gradually , and cream thoroughly.

Blend in beaten egg and molasses.

Mix together flour , soda , cloves , cinnamon and ginger to cream mixture.

Mix well.

Chill in refrigerator for 1 hour or more.

Shape into balls , and dip top in sugar.

Place unsugared side down on a greased baking sheet.

Sprinkle each cookie with 2-3 drops of ice water.

Bake 12-15 minutes.

Place on cooling rack.

shortening, brown sugar, molasses, flour, baking soda, clove, cinnamon, ginger, egg