1/2 c. sugar
1 c. molasses
1/2 c. butter or lard
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ginger
1 c. boiling water
2 tsp. baking soda
2 1/2 c. flour
2 eggs, slightly beaten

Mix the first 6 ingredients until well blended. Add boiling water and baking soda. When cool, add flour and beat until smooth. Add slightly beaten eggs and mix again. Bake in a well greased 13 x 9 inch pan for 30 minutes at 350 degrees.