5 c. flour
2 tsp. cinnamon
2 tsp. ground ginger
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. shortening
3/4 c. sugar
1 c. light molasses
1 lg. egg

Combine flour, cinnamon, ginger, cloves and salt.

In large bowl with beater beat shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in molasses and egg. Stir in flour mixture to make a stiff dough.