3/4 c. shortening, melted
1 c. sugar
1 tbsp. molasses
1 egg

Combine above 4 ingredients.

Stir or sift in:

2 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. salt

Form dough into balls the size of a walnut, using a teaspoon. Roll in granulated sugar. Bake in preheated oven until golden brown at 350 degrees. Yield: approximately 3 dozen.