3/4 c. sugar
2 eggs
2 tbsp. shortening
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. cloves
3/4 c. molasses
3/4 c. raisins
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. hot water
2 tsp. baking powder
2 1/2 c. flour
1 c. black coffee

Cream sugar, egg and shortening. Add the spices. Mix together. Mix in the flour, baking soda, baking powder, then add the molasses, hot water and coffee. Mix all the ingredients together well. Then add the raisins. Mix together. Bake 375 degrees for 30-40 minutes.