ts Ginger, ground 1/2 ts Cloves, ground 3/4 c Shortening 1/4 c Molasses 1 Egg; slightly beaten Sugar Combine 1 cup sugar, flour, salt, soda, and spices; stir lightly. Cut in shortening to resemble coarse crumbs. Stir in molasses and egg.
Shape dough into 1" balls, and roll them in sugar. Place on ungreased baking sheets; bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes. Remove from baking sheets immediately. (Cookies will firm quickly as they cool).
