1 c. butter
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 egg
2 tbsp. dark Karo syrup
3 c. flour
2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
12 seeds cardamom, crushed or 1 tsp. ground cardamom

Cream together butter, sugar, eggs, and syrup. Mix in remaining ingredients. Mold into rolls approximately 2 inches in diameter. Wrap in waxed paper and chill for at least 1 hour. Slice and bake on greased cookie sheets at 350 degrees for 9 to 12 minutes.