Ingredients
Directions
1.
In a medium mixing bowl, STIR together the flour, ginger, soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt; SET aside.
2.
In a large mixing bowl, BEAT shortening until softened.
3.
Gradually ADD the 2 cups granulated sugar; BEAT until fluffy.
4.
ADD eggs and molasses; BEAT well.
5.
ADD half of flour mixture; BEAT until combined; STIR in remaining flour with a wooden spoon.
6.
Using a 1/4 cup ice cream scoop, SHAPE dough into 2-inch balls; ROLL balls in the coarse/granulated sugar; PLACE on an ungreased cookie sheet about 2 1/2 inches apart.
7.
BAKE at 350F until cookies are light brown and puffed, about 12-14 minutes (cookies will not be chewy if overbaked).
8.
Let STAND for two minutes; TRANSFER to a wire rack; thoroughly COOL.