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Step 1
In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar with an electric mixer. Beat in egg and molasses until well blended.
Step 3
In another bowl, combine the flour, salt, baking soda and spices. Stir into the creamed mixture until blended. Chill for at least an hour, or until firm.
Step 5
Heat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 7
Roll the chilled dough into small balls about 3/4-inch in diameter. Roll each in the granulated sugar, and place on the baking sheet, leaving 1-2 inches between cookies.
Step 9
Bake for 8-12 minutes or until set. Cool in pan on a rack for 2 minutes, then remove to rack to cool completely.