Soft Molasses Cookies

3/4 cup shortening (3/4 cup correct amount)
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup molasses
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt (see note below)
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon nutmeg

Directions:

1
Cream together shortening and brown sugar.
2
Stir in egg and molasses and mix well.
3
Fold in dry ingredients and stir.
4
Cover and chill till firm (1-2 hours).
5
Preheat oven to 350°.
6
Roll dough into small balls and roll in white sugar.
7
Place on lightly greased cookie sheet.
8
Bake at 350° for 9-10 minutes.
9
Leave on sheet one minute until set.
10
 

From: http://www.food.com/recipe/soft-molasses-cookies-63981