3/4 c. soft shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1/4 c. molasses
2 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
3/4 tsp. cloves
3/4 tsp. ginger

Mix together first four ingredients. Sift together last 6 ingredients and stir in molasses mixture. Mix thoroughly. Form into balls the size of small walnuts. Place about 2 inches apart on greased baking sheet. Bake 10-12 minutes at 375 degrees. Dip in sugar while still warm. Makes 4-5 dozen cookies.