1/4 c. maple syrup
3/4 c. soft shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
2 c. flour, unsifted
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon

Add nut meats or chocolate chips. Bake for 12 minutes in 400 degree oven.