Instructions: In a large bowl, combine sugar, shortening, maple syrup and egg; blend well. Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup; level off. Stir in flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves and salt; mix well. If necessary, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours for easier handling. Preheat oven to 350 degrees; grease cookie sheets. Combine sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl; blend well. Shape dough into 1-inch balls; roll in sugar-cinnamon mixture. Place 2 inches apart on cookie sheets and bake for 7 to 10 minutes, or until light golden brown. Cool for 1 minute; remove from cookie sheets.

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