2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. baking powder
1 egg (unbeaten)
1/2 c. molasses
1/3 c. buttermilk
1/2 c. softened shortening

Preheat oven to 350°F. Sift together dry ingredients into mixing bowl. Add remaining ingredients and blend well. Drop by teaspoon onto a slightly greased baking sheet.

Bake 15 to 18 minutes. Cool before removing from sheet.

Makes 48 to 50 cookies.