Ingredients

  • 1 c. shortening
  • 1 c. brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 1 egg
  • 1 c. molasses
  • 1/4 c. hot water
  • 2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 4 c. plain flour, sift before measuring
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Method

  • Cream shortening with sugar and egg.
  • Add in molasses and beat well.
  • Dissolve soda in water and vanilla.
  • Add in liquid mix.
  • Fold in flour and chill till chilled through.
  • Healthy pinch off small bits of dough and roll into balls.
  • Place on greased cookie sheet.
  • Press down with fork and sprinkle top with white sugar.
  • Bake at 325 degrees for 15 min.
  • Makes 4 to 5 dozen.