1 c. molasses
1 c. sugar
1 c. shortening (Crisco & butter mixed)
2 eggs
2 tsp. cinnamon
2 tsp. ginger
5 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
2 level tsp. baking soda dissolved in 1 c. hot coffee
1 c. nuts
1 c. raisins

Mix first 4 ingredients. Add dry ingredients. Add water and soda. Work in nuts and raisins. Drop by spoonful on lightly greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes.