CREAM shortening with sugar; STIR in egg, molasses, and vinegar; BEAT well.
MIX dry ingredients; STIR in; CHILL three hours.
On floured surface, ROLL to 1/8 inch; CUT in shapes.
PLACE one inch apart on greased cookie sheet; BAKE at 350F about six minutes.
COOL slightly; REMOVE from cookie sheet; COOL on rack.
DECORATE with confections (sprinkles, cinnamon drops, etc.)
Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 243 Calories; 9g Fat (33.2% calories from fat); 3g Protein; 38g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 9mg Cholesterol; 132mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 1/2 Grain(Starch); 0 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Fat; 1 Other Carbohydrates.