Old-Time Ginger And Molasses Cake - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. boiling water
1 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. molasses
1 egg, beaten
1 1/2 c. self-rising flour
1/4 tsp. soda
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ginger

Preparation

Mix boiling water and shortening.
Add sugar, molasses and egg.
Sift dry ingredients and add to mixture.
Pour into an 8-inch square pan, greased and floured.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 35 to 40 minutes.
May top with whipped cream.