3/4 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1/4 c. light Brer Rabbit Molasses
1 egg
2 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt

Melt shortening in a 3 or 4 quart pan over very low heat. Remove from heat, cool. Add sugar, molasses and egg. Beat well. Sift dry ingredients, add to first mixture. Mix well and chill. Form 1 inch balls, roll in granulated sugar. Place 2 inches apart on cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.