2 c. packed brown sugar
1 1/2 c. shortening
2 eggs
1/2 c. molasses
4 1/2 c. flour
4 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. cinnamon
2 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. ground cloves
1/2 tsp. salt
Granulated sugar

Mix brown sugar, shortening, eggs and molasses. Mix in all remaining ingredients except granulated sugar. Shape into balls. Dip tops in granulated sugar. Place balls, sugar side up, on cookie sheet. Bake just until set, 10 to 12 minutes at 375 degrees.