Ingredients for - Ginger Drop Cookies

1. 1 cup shortening
2. 1 cup packed brown sugar
3. 1 cup molasses
4. 2 large eggs, room temperature
5. 4 cups all-purpose flour
6. 2 teaspoons baking soda
7. 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
8. 2 teaspoons ground ginger
9. 1 teaspoon salt
10. 1/2 cup water

How to cook deliciously - Ginger Drop Cookies

1 . Stage

In a large bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in molasses and eggs. Combine the dry ingredients; add to the creamed mixture alternately with water. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours.

2 . Stage

Drop dough by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.