1 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1 c. molasses
1 tbsp. ginger
1 tbsp. cinnamon
2/3 c. boiling water with 1 tbsp. baking soda
5 c. flour

Mix the above ingredients. Roll out on floured board. Cut with cookie cutters. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.