Molasses Cookies (from Grammoo)

1 1/2 cups shortening

2 cups sugar

1 cup molasses

2 eggs

4 teaspoons soda

4 cups flour

1 teaspoon ground cloves

1 teaspoon ginger

2 teaspoons cinnamon

1 teaspoon salt

Mix. Refrigerate dough until easy to handle. Roll in sugar. Bake at 350º for 6-8 minutes; take out when still puffed.