1 1/2 c. butter, softened
2 c. packed brown sugar
1 egg
4 c. all purpose flour
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1/4 tsp. baking soda

Cream butter and brown sugar; add egg. Beat until light and fluffy. Combine flour, spices and baking soda. Add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and chill until firm, about 2 hours. On a floured surface roll dough out until 1/8 inch thick. Cut into shapes with cookie cutters. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool 1-2 minutes and remove to wired rack; cook completely. If desired decorate with decorator icing. Makes about 6 dozen.