3/4 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1/4 c. Brer Rabbit (green label) molasses
1 egg
2 tsp. baking soda
2 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt

Melt shortening in a 4 quart saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat; allow to cool. Then add sugar, molasses, and egg. Beat well. Sift together flour, soda, cloves, ginger, cinnamon, and salt. Add these to first mixture. Mix well and chill thoroughly. Form into 1 inch balls. Roll in granulated sugar. Place on greased cookie sheet 2 inches apart. Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes. Makes 4 dozen.