Ingredients

2/3 c. shortening (1 1/2 sticks butter)

1 c. sugar

1/4 c. molasses

1 egg

2 tsp. soda

2 c. sifted flour

1/2 tsp. cloves

1/2 tsp. ginger

1 tsp. salt

1 tsp. cinnamon

Preparation

Mix all ingredients well. Roll into little balls and then roll them in sugar. Bake in 350 degree oven 10-12 minutes.