1 c. sugar
1 c. shortening
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. ginger
3 1/2 c. flour
1 c. molasses
1 c. buttermilk
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon

Add enough flour to make soft dough. Roll out on floured surface and cut. Bake at 350 degrees till done.