1 1/2 c. shortening
2 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
1/2 c. molasses
4 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. ground cloves
4 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. cinnamon
2 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. salt
Granulated sugar for dipping

Mix shortening, brown sugar, egg, and molasses thoroughly. Blend in remaining ingredients except granulated sugar. Cover and chill.

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Shape dough by teaspoons in balls. Dip tops in granulated sugar. Place balls sugar side up three inches apart on lightly greased cookie sheet. Bake 10-12 minutes or just until set. Immediately remove from cookie sheet.