1 c. brown sugar
1 c. granulated sugar
4 1/2 c. flour
1/2 c. shortening
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. baking molasses
2 c. hot water
1 tbsp. baking soda

Mix the sugar, flour, shortening and salt. Take out 3/4 cup of crumbs for the top. Mix the molasses with 1 cup of hot water and mix the baking soda with the second cup of hot water. Then add the liquids to the dry ingredients. Stir well. Bake 45-50 minutes at 350 degrees. Use a greased 9 x 13 inch pan.