6 c. flour
6 tsp. baking powder
1 1/2 c. sugar
3 tsp. cinnamon
2 tsp. nutmeg
2 tsp. cloves
1 c. cocoa
3 eggs
1 1/2 c. milk
1 1/2 c. shortening
3 tsp. vanilla
Chopped nuts

Mix all dry ingredients in a bowl, all wet ingredients in another, then mix together a little at a time. Roll in a ball and place on cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes. After icing them, roll in chopped nuts. May use 1/2 cup nuts or 1/2 cup raisins.