3/4 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1/4 c. Brer Rabbit molasses
1 egg
2 tsp. baking soda
2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1/2 tsp. ground ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt

Mix together and beat well shortening, sugar, molasses and egg. Add remaining ingredients. Chill dough. Form 1 inch balls and roll in sugar. Bake 8 to 10 minutes at 375 degrees.