3/4 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1/4 c. molasses
1 egg
2 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. salt
Sugar

Melt shortening in saucepan; cool. Pour over 1 cup sugar, molasses and egg in bowl; mix well. Sift flour, soda, spices and salt together. Add to sugar mixture gradually, mixing well. Chill, covered, in refrigerator. Shape into 1 inch balls; roll in additional sugar. Place 2 inches apart on greased cookie sheets. Bake at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes or until browned.