3/4 c. melted shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 c. Br'er Rabbit dark molasses
2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon

Add sugar, molasses and egg to melted shortening and beat thoroughly. Sift dry ingredients together and add to molasses mixture. Mix well and chill. Form 1-inch balls and roll in granulated sugar. Place 2 inches part on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 10-12 minutes.