1 c. brown sugar
3/4 c. shortening
2/3 c. molasses
1 egg
1/2 tsp. salt

Mix all together with mixer. Add:

3 c. flour, sifted
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. lemon extract
1 tsp. baking soda, dissolved in 5 tbsp. hot water

Mix until batter is smooth. Spread in greased and floured 10 x 15 inch pan. Bake at 375 degrees for 20 minutes. When cool, spread with powdered sugar frosting; cut into bars.