[mcgill]

Thanks, KW. Here's the recipe, as requested:
Ginger Snaps

2 c. sugar
2 tsp. baking soda
1 c. shortening
2 tsp. ginger
2 tsp. ground cloves
1/2 c. molasses
1 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
3 1/2 c. flour
2 eggs, beaten

Cream sugar & shortening in a large bowl. Add eggs and molasses. Beat well.

Sift dry ingredients into mixture, a bit at a time. Beat well after each addition.

Form into balls , roll in granulated sugar, place on an ungreased cookie sheet, 2 " apart. Bake @ 350 for 13 - 15 min.