1 c. sugar
1 c. syrup
2 eggs
2 tsp. baking soda
3/4 c. shortening (mixed in syrup)
1/4 c. water
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. baking powder

Mix all ingredients with 3 cups flour or enough to make batter stiff to roll and cut. Bake at 350 degrees.