1 c. molasses (or 1 can New Orleans)
1/2 lb. brown sugar
1/2 c. butter, butter or Crisco
2 eggs
1 pt. buttermilk
1 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cloves
Raisins may be added
1 tsp. nutmeg
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. baking soda
1 tbsp. cream of tartar
2 1/2 c. sifted flour

Cream shortening and sugar until light and blend in molasses. Beat in eggs, one at a time, sift dry ingredients together and add alternately with milk. Bake in greased, waxed paper lined 9 inch square pan at 350 degrees for 40 minutes. Cool a few minutes before cutting. Serve warm with butter or variable toppings. Makes nine large pieces.