3/4 c. shortening
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
3/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ginger
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1/4 c. molasses
2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt

Mix spices with shortening; add rest of ingredients. Drop onto cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees. While hot, sprinkle tops with powdered sugar.