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

Mix shortening, sugar, egg, and molasses. Blend dry ingredients and stir into shortening mixture. Form into 1 inch balls. Place 2 inches apart on greased sheet. Bake 10 to 12 minutes at 375 degrees. Sprinkle with confectioners sugar.