1 c. molasses
1/2 c. shortening
2 1/4 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 3/4 tsp. baking powder
1 1/2 tsp. ginger

Heat molasses to boiling point. Remove from heat. Stir in remaining ingredients. Chill dough. Roll out very thin (1/16 inch). Cut into desired shapes. Place on lightly greased baking sheet. Bake until set. (Overbaking gives them a bitter taste). Bake at 350 degrees for 5 to 7 minutes. Makes 6 dozen cookies.