Laura'S Gingerbread

12 ingredients
12 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 cup molasses
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon clove
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, slightly beaten

Directions

  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. 2
    Grease an 9 x 13 inch baking pan.
  3. 3
    Blend sugar and shortening in a small bowl; stir in the molasses.
  4. 4
    Measure 1 cup of boiling water in a 2-cup measuring cup.
  5. 5
    Add the baking soda and mix well.
  6. 6
    In a large bowl, sift together the flour and the spices.
  7. 7
    Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
  8. 8
    Pour into prepared pan.
  9. 9
    Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until cake is done.
  10. 10
    Serve warm or at room temperature.
  11. 11
    Gingerbread is delicious with applesauce, lemon sauce or whipped cream.
  12. 12
    Laura herself liked to add chocolate frosting!

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