1 c. molasses
1 c. shortening
Pinch of salt
1 c. sugar
4-6 c. flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. allspice
1/2 c. boiling water

Mix all ingredients together. Roll out paper thin and cut with cookie cutter. Bake at 350 degrees on a greased cookie sheet for 5 minutes.