1 1/2 c. flour
1 egg
1/2 c. shortening
1 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. round ginger
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 c. boiling water
1/2 c. molasses
1/4 c. sugar

Mix all ingredients together in a bowl. Mix on low speed. Scrape bowl and pour into a greased 9 inch square pan. Bake for 35 minutes at 350 degrees. Cool in pan.