Gingerbread With Fresh Fruit - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 egg
2/3 cup molasses
2 1/2 cups sifted flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon clove
1 cup boiling water

Preparation

Mix together shortening, sugar and egg. Blend in molasses and water. Sift together dru ingredients and stir in beating until smooth. Pour into 9-inch square pan. Bake at 325F for 40-50 minutes.
When cooled, serve with your favorite fruit, or fruit cocktail.