Gingersnaps
1 1/2 cup shortening
2 1/2 cups sugar, divided
2 eggs
1/2 cup molasses
4 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons cloves
2 Tablespoons ginger
Mix together shortening and two cups of sugar. Add eggs and molasses. In separate bowl mix together flour, soda, and spices; add to shortening mixture and mix well. Roll into 1-inch balls and roll in remaining half cup of sugar.
Put on greased cookie baking sheets and bake at 375 degrees for 15-18 minutes. Makes about 60 gingersnaps.
-- Food and Family: Cooking with Angie Bauman
