Peppernuts

1. Cream sugar & shortening, then add eggs and beat. Add molasses and corn syrup and beat.

2. In separate bowl mix cloves, baking soda and salt with flour. Stir flour mixture into syrup mixture a little at a time. Dough should be firm and a little sticky.

3. Refrigerate dough overnight.

4. To bake place small amount of dough on floured board and work some flour in. Roll into long rope and cut small pieces on an angle.

5. Bake at 350° - be careful they burn easily.