Ginger Cookies

This was a recipe request from my niece.  As spring has suddenly turned into winter today, these are a nice "comfy" treat to make.  I know these have zero nutritional value, but, on the plus size (ha ha, pun intended), they have no preservatives.  And it's not like you bake and eat cookies every day, right?

 Grandma's Ginger Cookies

3/4 c margarine

1 c white sugar

1 egg

1/2 c molasses*

2 1/2 c all purpose flour

2 tsp baking soda

2 tsp ginger (fresh or ground is fine)

1 tsp cinnamon

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 c chopped candied ginger (optional)

Mix together all ingredients and roll into 1" balls.  Roll the balls in sugar.  Place on a greased or parchment lined baking sheet and bake 350F for 10-12 min.

*Spray a measuring cup with cooking spray and then measure in the molasses.  This ensures the molasses does not stick to the cup!