Ginger Ball Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Cream shortening with sugar in a large mixing bowl.
2. 2
   Mix in egg and molasses.
3. 3
   Sift and measure flour.
4. 4
   Sift again with the soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves and salt.
5. 5
   Stir the dry ingredients into the mixture in the bowl.
6. 6
   Mix well.
7. 7
   Shape dough into 1-inch balls and roll each one in granulated sugar.
8. 8
   Place at least 4 inches apart.
9. 9
   Bake at 375° for about 12 minutes.
10. 10
    Remove from pan and cool.
11. 11
    Makes about 4 dozen.