Lee Yevak's (friend of my Mom's) Molasses Cookies

3/4 Cup shortening
1 Cup sugar

Cream shortening; add sugar.  Add:

1/4 Cup molasses
1 egg

Beat well.  In a separate bowl, miix the following dry ingredients:

2 Cups flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cloves
1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Add dry ingredients to other mixture and mix well.  Chill the mixture for 15-30 minutes.  Roll into balls and then in sugar. Place on a baking sheet and flatten with three fingers.  Bake 8-10  minutes in a 375oF oven.