1 1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. molasses
1/2 c. Karo syrup
1 c. shortening
1 egg
1 small tsp. cloves
1 small tsp. allspice
1 3/4 tsp. ginger
1 3/4 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. baking soda
1/3 c. boiling water
4 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. salt

Beat together thoroughly sugar, molasses, syrup, shortening and egg. Add spices and baking soda. Pour boiling water over spices and baking soda. Mix. Add and mix flour and salt. Chill dough thoroughly. Roll out and cut into shapes. Bake at 375°F for 8-11 minutes.

Submitted by: Nancy Webster