3/4 c. butter (1 1/2 sticks)
1 egg
1 c. sugar
1/4 c. molasses
2 1/4 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. cloves
1 1/2 c. raisins

Beat butter, egg and sugar. Blend in molasses, flour, soda, salt and spices. Add raisins. Chill for a few hours or overnight in refrigerator. Shape into walnut size balls and roll in granulated sugar. Put on lightly greased baking pan and bake for 8 minutes at 375°F.