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

Mix together the first 4 ingredients. Sift together the dry ingredients. Add together. Roll dough into balls and roll in sugar. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.