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

Mix together well all ingredients. Make into walnut size balls and chill. Roll in sugar and bake 8-10 minutes in 350 degree oven.