1 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sorghum molasses
1/2 tsp. ginger
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 c. buttermilk or hot water
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
2 c. flour, about

Mix sugar and shortening well. Add spices and mix again. Add molasses. Beat and add buttermilk to which soda has been added. Add enough flour for a thin batter. Bake in slow oven 40-50 minutes. Raisins may be added.