Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

In large bowl with electric mixer, beat together shortening and sugar until combined, about 1 minute.

Add the egg, beating until combined.

Add molassess, beating until combined.

In medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt, and stir well to combine.

Add flour mixture to butter mixture, beating until just combined.

Roll the dough into approximately 1" dough balls, then roll in additional sugar. Note: I used sparkling sugar to roll the cookie dough balls in.

Bake in preheated oven 10-12 minutes.

Let cool for 5 minutes on baking sheet, then transfer to cooling rack to cool completely.

Enjoy!