Gingerbread Waffles

Directions

1. 1
   Mix together the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
2. 2
   Set aside.
3. 3
   Beat the eggs until they are lemon-colored.
4. 4
   Add the sugar to the eggs and beat again.
5. 5
   Add the molasses to the eggs and beat again.
6. 6
   Melt the shortening or butter in the hot water.
7. 7
   Add the hot water mixture to the egg mixture alternately with the flour mixture.
8. 8
   Mix thoroughly.
9. 9
   Bake on a hot waffle iron.
10. 10
    Serve with warm applesauce.
11. 11
    Note: The cooking time is for each waffle.