1 cup molasses
1/2 cup white sugar
3/4 cup melted shortening
1 egg
2 tsp ginger
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp soda + 1/2 cup hot water
3 cup flour
Mix together in order given. Refrigerate dough for at least 30 minutes. Roll out or roll in balls and press and bake at 350 for 10-15 min.