Ingredients
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1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg
1/2 c. molasses
1 tsp. soda, dissolved in 1 1/2 c. strong, hot coffee
1 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt
2 1/2 c. flour
Preparation
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Cream sugar and shortening together.
Add egg.
Beat well. Sift flour, ginger, cinnamon and salt together.
Add molasses to creamed mixture.
Alternately add coffee and soda mixture with dry ingredients.
Raisins or nutmeats may be added, if desired.
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