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

Cream together. Chill for 1 hour. Roll into 1 inch balls, roll in sugar. Place on ungreased cookie sheet.

Bake for 8 to 10 minutes at 375°F.