Little Brother Ginger Snaps

We named these after my little brother since he was the best at making them!

Cream together in a mixer or with a hand mixer:

    3/4 c. shortening

    2 c. sugar

    3/4 c. butter

Add and mix together:

    2 eggs

    2/3 c. molasses

Stir together first and add to creamed mixture:

    4 2/3 c. flour

    1/2 t. salt

    2 t. ginger

    4 t. baking soda

    2 t. cinnamon

    1/8 t. cloves

Bake 350* until done, approximately 8 minutes.