Chewy Ginger Cookies

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream shortening and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the egg, molasses and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture and mix well.
2. Roll into 1-in. balls; roll in remaining 1/4 cup sugar. Place dough balls 1-1/2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets.
3. Bake until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove to wire racks. Store in an airtight container.