Molasses Cookies

Molasses Cookies

Ingredients:

3/4 cup shortening

1 and 1/4 cup sugar, divided

1 egg

1/4 cup molasses

2 Tablespoons milk

1 teaspoon vanilla

2 1/2 cups flour

1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda

1 teaspoon cinnamon

3/4 teaspoon salt

3/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Directions:

Mix shortening and 1 cup sugar. Beat in eggs, molasses, milk and vanilla. In separate bowl, combine flour, soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually add to creamed mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.

Roll into 1 and 1/4 inch balls and roll in remaining sugar. Place 2 inches apart on greased baking sheet.

Bake at 350 degrees for 10-14 minutes. Look for firm edges and cracked tops.