3/4 c. molasses
1/3 c. brown sugar
1 c. butter
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. salt
3 1/2 c. flour

Heat molasses and pour over shortening. Let melt. Add dry ingredients and blend thoroughly. Shape dough into long rolls to be refrigerated and sliced into 1/2 inch thick slices, when ready to bake. Bake in 350 degree oven for 12 to 15 minutes. Makes 3 dozen cookies.