1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg
1/2 c. molasses
1/2 c. sour or buttermilk
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/3 tsp. cloves and nutmeg
2 1/3 c. flour
2 tsp. baking soda

Mix sugar and shortening together. Add egg and mix. Add molasses and sour milk then flour, spices and baking soda.

Drop by teaspoon on greased cookie sheet.

Bake at 375 degrees for 15 minutes.