1 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 c. molasses
1 c. sour milk
3 eggs, well beaten
4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder in flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/4 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. baking soda in hot water

Dates, raisins or nuts may be added. Mix all together and drop on greased baking sheet. Bake in 350 degree oven for about 10 minutes.