2 c. flour
1-1/3 c. brown sugar
2 tbsp. shortening (rounded)
2 c. molasses
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1-1/2 c. hot water
2 tsp. baking soda (scant) in 1/2 c. hot water

Mix flour, brown sugar and shortening together and reserve 1 cup for tops and pies. Add to remainder molasses, eggs, 1 1/2 cups hot water and mix. Add baking soda to 1/2 cup of hot water and add promptly to mixture.

Bake until crumbs are brown at 375°F for about 40 minutes.

Makes 2 (8-inch) pies.