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Ingredients
- 3/4 c. shortening
- 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. cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. salt
Method
- In a large saucepan, melt shortening over low heat.
- Remove and let cool.
- Add sugar, molasses and egg.
- Beat well.
- Sift together remaining dry ingredients; add to first mixture.
- Mix well and chill thoroughly (at least 2 hours).
- Form in 1-inch balls.
- Roll in additional sugar.
- Place on greased baking sheets 2-inches apart.
- Bake at 375° for 8 to 10 minutes.
- Makes 4 1/2 dozen.
