Molasses Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups shortening
• 2 cups sugar
• 1/2 cup dark molasses
• 2 eggs
• 4 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon clove
• 1 teaspoon ginger
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 cups flour

Steps:

1. Cream sugar, and shortening in a bowl. Add eggs and molasses.
2. In another bowl mix dry ingredients together and mix with the wet ingredients. Refrigerate overnight.
3. Pre-heat oven to 350.
4. Roll into 2 inch balls and roll into sugar. Place on a greased cookie sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes. Cool on wire rack.