Chocolate Chip Molasses Cookies

From taste of home holiday & celebrations cookbook 2008

In a large mixing bowl , beat the shortening , sugar and molasses.

Add eggs , one at a time , beating well after each addition.

Combine the flour , baking soda and salt.

Gradually add to creamed mixture.

Stir in chocolate chips.

Roll into 1-in.

Balls.

Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.

Bake at 375 for 8-10 minutes or until edges are firm.

Removed to wire racks.

shortening, sugar, molasses, eggs, all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, semi-sweet chocolate chips