3/4 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1/4 c. molasses
2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
3/4 tsp. ginger
3/4 tsp. cloves
Confectioners' sugar

Mix shortening, sugar, egg and molasses in large bowl. Sift together remaining ingredients and add to mixture in large bowl. Mix thoroughly. Form into balls the size of walnuts. Place 2" apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 10 to 12 minutes in 375 degree oven. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar when cool.