Sugar 'N Spice Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. shortening
1 egg
1 c. sugar
1/4 c. molasses
2 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. cloves
2 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. cinnamon
3/4 tsp. ginger

Preparation

In a large bowl, mix together the shortening, egg, sugar and molasses. Sift together the flour, baking soda, salt and spices. Add to the shortening mixture.
When completely mixed, form into balls the size of walnuts. Place on cookie sheet and bake in a 375\u00b0 oven for approximately 8 minutes. Remove from oven and while still warm, cover completely with confectioners sugar.