2 2/3 c. shortening
2 c. sugar
4 eggs
2 c. molasses
10 c. flour
4 tsp. baking soda
4 tsp. cinnamon
4 tsp. ginger
4 tsp. salt
2 c. sour milk

Mix all ingredients. Form into balls; pat out with fork on cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 12 minutes or until done.