1 c. white sugar
1 c. molasses
1 c. melted shortening
2/3 c. hot coffee
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. ginger
1/4 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. salt
4 1/2 c. flour

Mix together and put in refrigerator to chill. Roll out on floured surface and cut with cookie cutters 1/8 inch thick. Put on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes. Cut them a little thicker if you want them to stay soft.