1 c. sugar
1/2 c. butter or shortening
1 egg

Cream together.

1 c. persimmon pulp
1 tsp. baking soda

Dissolve soda in pulp just before adding to creamed mixture.

Sift together:

2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. salt

Also will need:

1 c. chopped walnuts or raisins

Add to creamed mixture. Drop on greased cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes.