1 1/2 c. brown sugar
3/4 c. molasses
3/4 c. sour cream
1 1/2 c. shortening
3 eggs
1 c. cold coffee
1 c. instant postum
1 tsp. salt
4 level tsp. baking soda in 1/2 c. boiling water
1 tbsp. ginger
1 tbsp. cinnamon
1 tbsp. allspice
1 tsp. cloves
8 c. flour

To your liking add raisins, dates and nuts. Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.