Ingredients3/4 cup melted shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup molasses
1 egg, beaten
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions
1)Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2)In a medium bowl, blend the shortening, sugar, molasses and egg.
Add the baking soda, flour, clove, ginger, cinnamon and
salt; mix well.
3)Form into 1 inch balls and roll in granulated sugar.
4)Place on cookie sheets 2 inches apart and bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven.
Cool on a flat surface.