Old Fashioned Ginger Creams

I have been making Ginger Creams since I was nearly Sophia's age. It is a recipe that is been handed down from my Great Grandmother and it's even made with lard (gasp). They are delicious and a holiday tradition in our family for more years than I care to remember. Sophia loved making them and loved tasting the dough even more (no eggs in this recipe). I make several big batches, freeze the dough and thaw it out when it gets to be Christmas cookie making time. I am so thrilled that Sophia loves doing things with us and she really is a huge help!