3/4 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1/4 c. molasses
1 egg, beaten
2 tsp. baking soda
2 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt

Melt shortening over low heat. Remove from heat and add sugar, molasses and egg; mix well. Sift all dry ingredients and add to mixture. Mix thoroughly. Put in refrigerator and chill. Form into 1-inch balls; roll in sugar and place on cookie sheet.

Bake at 375°F for 8 to 10 minutes.