Gingerbread

13 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
  • 3/4 c. dark brown sugar
  • 3/4 c. dark molasses
  • 3/4 c. melted shortening
  • 2 1/2 c. plain flour
  • 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 2 tsp. soda
  • 2 tsp. ginger
  • 1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp. cloves
  • 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1 c. boiling water

Directions

  1. 1
    Mix sugar, molasses and shortening together.
  2. 2
    Add beaten eggs and mix well.
  3. 3
    Add sifted dry ingredients and beat until well blended, then add boiling water and beat until smooth.
  4. 4
    The batter will be thin.
  5. 5
    Pour into greased and floured oblong pan, 9 x 14-inch, and bake at 350° for 30 to 40 minutes.

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