1 c. sugar
3/4 c. lard or shortening
1 egg
4 tbsp. molasses (1/3 c.)
2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cloves

Mix together. Make into teaspoon size balls. Roll in sugar. Bake 10 to 12 minutes at 350 degrees.