Cream shortening, sugar, and eggs. Add molasses and mix well. In a small bowl mix soda and hot water together. Sift flour, spices, and salt together and add alternately with the soda -water mixture. Bake in loaf or cup cakes. For loaf cakes -- 350°F for 30 minutes. For cup cakes -- 375°F for 20 minutes.1 cup shortening 2 eggs 1 cup sugar 1 cup molasses 2 teaspoons soda 1 cup hot water 4 cups flour 1 teaspoon allspice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ginger 1 teaspoon cinnamon |
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