1/4 c. shortening
1/3 c. sugar
1 egg
1/3 c. molasses
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ginger
1/4 tsp. cloves
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. hot water
1 1/2 c. flour with 3/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. baking powder

Mix in order given. Makes 1 loaf pan.