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

Mix wet and dry ingredients. Roll 1/4 inch thick. Cut with ginger bread man cutter. Decorate with raisins, nuts, licorice, tiny candies, etc. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 minutes.