Mom’s Molasses Cookies

Directions

1. In a large bowl, cream shortening and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the egg, molasses, milk and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
2. Roll chilled dough into 1-1/4-in. balls; roll balls in remaining sugar. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets.
3. Bake at 350° for 10-14 minutes or until tops crack and edges are slightly firm. Remove to wire racks to cool.