1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
1 1/2 c. melted shortening
3 eggs, well beaten
1 tsp. salt
4 1/2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1 c. chopped nuts (any kind)

Cream shortening with sugar and add eggs and nuts. Add dry ingredients that have been sifted twice; mix well. Shape into roll and put in ice box overnight. Slice thin and bake at 350 degrees 5 minutes or until done. Makes 75 cookies.