1 c. molasses
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. shortening
1/2 c. cold water
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1 heaping tbsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ginger

Dissolve soda in water, use flour to make soft dough. Cut cookies 3/16 inch thick. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes or until brown.