1 c. brown sugar, firmly packed
3/4 c. shortening
1 egg
1/4 c. molasses
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
2 1/4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. ginger

Cream shortening and sugar. Add egg and molasses. Sift dry ingredients and add to sugar mixture. Chill. Shape into small balls and press top into granulated sugar. Place on greased cookie sheet 2 inches apart. Bake at 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes. 5-6 dozen.