Molasses Cookies.  (Addie Crowell)

1 cup sugar
3/4 cup shortening
1 egg
6 Tbsp. Molasses
2&1/2 cup flour
1 tsp. soda
2 tsp. ginger
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cloves (optional)

Mix in order given, sifting dry ingredients together. Drop by spoonfuls and press down with a fork dipped in milk. Bake 12-15 minutes in 375 degree oven.