Cookie Jar Gingersnaps

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

YIELD: 3-4 dozen

Step 2

Preheat oven to 350°

Step 3

* In a large mixing bowl, cream the shortening and sugar.

Step 4

Beat in the egg and molasses.

Step 5

Combine flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture.

Step 6

* Roll teaspoonfuls of dough into balls.

Step 7

Dip one side of each ball into sugar; place with sugar side up on a parchment lined baking sheet.

Step 8

Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned and crinkly.

Step 9

Remove to wire racks to cool.