Ginger Cookies
["1 c. sugar", "1/4 tsp. salt", "2 Tbsp. water", "2 c. flour (may have to add a little more)", "3/4 c. shortening", "1 egg", "1 tsp. ginger", "4 Tbsp. molasses", "1 1/2 tsp. baking soda", "1 tsp. cinnamon"]
["Mix sugar, spices, shortening, molasses, salt and eggs.", "Add soda, dissolved in 2 tablespoons water.", "Let dough stand for 10 minutes.", "Form into small balls.", "Drop on cookie sheet; flatten each ball and sprinkle with sugar.", "Bake at 350\u00b0 for 10 to 15 minutes.", "Makes 3 dozen."]
["sugar", "salt", "water", "flour", "shortening", "egg", "ginger", "molasses", "baking soda", "cinnamon"]