Crisp and Chewy Molasses Cookies

 

3/4

cup sugar

1/2

cup margarine or butter, softened

1/2

cup molasses

1

egg

2

cups all purpose flour

1 1/2

teaspoons baking soda

1/2

teaspoon cinnamon

1/4

teaspoon cloves

1/4

teaspoon nutmeg

1/4

teaspoon ginger

• 1 In large bowl, combine sugar and margarine; beat until light and fluffy. Add molasses and egg; blend well. Add all remaining ingredients; mix well. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate 30 minutes for easier handling.
• 2 On waxed paper, shape dough into roll 9 inches long. Wrap roll in waxed paper or plastic wrap; refrigerate 6 hours or until firm.
• 3 Heat oven to 375°F. Cut dough into 1/2-inch slices; cut each slice into quarters. Place slices 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
• 4 Bake at 375°F. for 6 to 10 minutes or until set. Immediately remove from cookie sheets.