Cinnamon Snaps

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup shortening
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Granulated sugar

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Beat in egg and molasses.
3. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
4. Roll into 1-inch balls, then roll in granulated sugar.
5. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
6. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until cookies are set and tops are cracked.
7. Remove to wire racks to cool.
8. Yield: 4-1/2 dozen.