• 1/2 c Soft shortening
• 2 T Sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 c Dark New Orleans molasses (blackstrap)
• 1 c Boiling water
• 2 1/4 c Sifted Gold Medal flour
• 1 t (baking) soda
• 1/2 t Salt
• 1 t Ginger
• 1 t Cinnamon

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F

Mix shortening, sugar, and egg together thoroughly. Blend in molasses and water. Sift flour, soda, salt, and spices together and stir in, beating until smooth. Pour into well-greased and floured 9-inch square pan. Bake at 325 degrees (F) for 45 to 50 minutes. Cut into 3-inch squares in pan. Keep hot and serve piping hot with sweetened whipped cream or applesauce.