Molasses Sugar Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

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

Preparation

Melt shortening over low heat.
Let cool.
Add sugar, molasses and egg.
Beat well.
Add dry ingredients.
Chill.
Form in balls. Roll in sugar.
Bake at 375\u00b0 for 8 to 10 minutes.