3/4 c. soft shortening
1 c. white sugar
1 egg
1/4 c. molasses

2 1/4 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. ginger

Chill dough. Roll into balls the size of large walnuts. Dip tops in sugar and cinnamon. Place sugared side up 3 inches apart on greased baking sheet. Bake just until set, but not hard. Bake at 375 degrees for 10-12 minutes.