1 c. brown sugar
1 c. shortening
1 egg
2 sq. chocolate
1 c. molasses
1 c. coffee
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
5 c. flour

Mix coffee and soda together. Add rest of ingredients. Roll and cut. Bake in 375 degree oven for 10 minutes. Frost.