Soft Molasses Cookies

Makes about 5 dozen

1 c. shortening

1/4 c. molasses

1 c. brown sugar, packed

1 egg, beaten

2 t. baking soda

1/2 t. ground cloves

1/2 t. ground ginger

1 t. cinnamon

1/2 t. salt

2 c. all-purpose flour

1 c. sugar

Blend together shortening, molasses, brown sugar and egg in a large bowl; set aside. Combine dry ingredients except sugar in a separate bowl; mix well. Gradually blend dry ingredients into shortening mixture; shape dough into a ball. Wrap in wax paper; refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight. Shape into walnut-size balls; roll in sugar. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes; do not overbake.

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