1/2 c. sugar
1 c. molasses
1 tsp. ginger
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. salt
2/3 c. shortening
1/2 c. hot water
2 tsp. baking soda in hot water
Flour enough for dough stiff enough to roll out

Roll out dough. Cut out cookies and bake 8 to 10 minutes in a moderate oven.