1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. sugar
1 c. molasses
3/4 c. milk - sweet or sour
1 1/4 tsp. soda
3/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. ginger
Sifted with 2 1/2 c. flour

Mix in order given and drop with teaspoon on greased cookie sheet. Bake in 350 degree oven until nicely browned. Chopped nuts and raisins make a tasty addition.