Pumpkin (or Applesauce) Cookies

2 cups sugar
1 cup shortening
2 eggs
15 oz can pumpkin (or 2 cups applesauce)
1 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp nutmeg
1 tsp cloves
2 tsp baking soda
4 cups flour
chocolate chips

Mix the standard cookie method. Bake at 350 for 12-15 minutes or until the edges of cookies look golden brown.