3/4 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
4 tbsp. molasses
2 tsp. baking soda
Pinch of salt
2 c. flour (or little more)
1 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves

Mix in order given. Roll in balls. Dip in sugar and bake about 10 minutes at 350 degrees.