1 pkg. yellow cake mix
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg
1/2 c. water
1/2 c. molasses
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves

Add shortening to cake mix and blend well. Add egg, water, molasses, and beat smooth, adding a small amount of additional water if too thick. Pour into greased 10x14 jelly roll pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Frost with frosting while warm.

FROSTING:

1 c. XX sugar
2 tbsp. molasses
2 tbsp. butter
Enough milk to make thin frosting

Beat well and spread on entire pan while warm. Let cool and cut into 2-inch bars. Store in covered container in the refrigerator.