Molasses Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. shortening or oleo
1/2 c. molasses
4 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. salt
2 c. sugar
2 eggs
4 c. flour
1 tsp. ginger
2 tsp. cinnamon

Preparation

In a large bowl, cream together shortening or oleo with sugar. Add eggs and molasses.
Beat until creamy. Add dry ingredients, starting with flour.
Mix well. Roll into teaspoon size balls and roll in sugar.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 8 to 10 minutes.