1 c. granulated sugar
1/4 c. molasses
2 c. all-purpose flour, sifted before measuring
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
3/4 c. shortening
1 egg, beaten
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 c. granulated sugar
1 1/2 tsp. ginger

Cream sugar and shortening; add molasses and beaten egg. Beat thoroughly. Sift flour with soda, salt and spices. Add to the creamed mixture and blend well. Roll between palms into walnut sized balls; roll in the sugar and squish.

Bake at 375°F for 15 minutes.

Makes about 4 dozen.