1 c. sugar
1 c. shortening
2 eggs
1 tsp. ginger
5 c. flour
1 c. molasses
1 c. raisins
2 tsp. cinnamon
Pinch of salt
2 tsp. baking soda dissolved in 1 c. hot coffee

Cream shortening and sugar and add all other ingredients. Soda and hot coffee last. Drop by spoonfuls and bake at 375 degrees.