1/2 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar (firmly packed)
1 egg
1 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/4 tsp. ginger
1/2 c. chopped nuts
1 c. beer

Mix and pour into greased and floured 8 x 8 x 2 pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes.