Darrin'S Gingerbread - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. shortening
2 Tbsp. sugar
1 egg
1 c. molasses
1 c. boiling water
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon

Preparation

Mix shortening, sugar and eggs. Stir together dry ingredients and blend in. Beat until smooth. Pour into greased and floured 9 x 9 pan. Bake at 325\u00b0 for 45 to 50 minutes. Cut into squares. Serve hot with whipped cream or applesauce.