Procedures

1. 1

   Melt shortening in a small saucepan over low heat. Let cool. Transfer to a large bowl.

2. 2

   Add sugar, molasses, and egg. Beat until incorporated.

3. 3

   In a medium bowl, sift together flour, soda, cloves, ginger, cinnamon and salt.

4. 4

   Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and beat until evenly incorporated. Stir in raisins. Cover dough with plastic wrap and let chill in refrigerator for one hour.

5. 5

   Preheat oven to 375°F. Line to baking sheets with parchment paper. Roll dough into one inch balls. Fill a shallow dish with granulated sugar. Roll each ball in sugar and place on cookie sheet. Bake until golden, 8-10 minutes.