1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. sugar
1 egg
1 c. molasses
2 1/2 c. flour (plain)
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. hot water
2 bananas, mashed

Cream shortening, sugar, and eggs. Add dry ingredients and bananas. Then add hot water. Mix well. Pour in greased baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees for about 35 minutes. Good with Cool Whip on top.