1 1/2 c. shortening
2 c. sugar
2 eggs
1/2 c. dark molasses
3 1/2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cloves
2 tsp. cinnamon

Mix and roll into small balls. Roll in sugar. Bake at 350 degrees until they crack.