2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ground cloves
1 tsp. ground ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
3 tsp. baking soda
3/4 c. shortening
1 c. sugar (+ extra for rolling dough in)
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/4 c. light molasses

Cream shortening, gradually adding sugar. Blend in egg and molasses. Stir in flour mixture, blending well. Shape dough into 1 1/2 inch balls and roll in sugar. Place 3 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Flatten and sprinkle top with more sugar. Bake 8-10 minutes at 350 degrees. Let stand a minute before removing from pan. Makes 18 cookies.