1 c. sour milk
2 tbsp. molasses or dark Karo syrup
3 tbsp. lard or shortening
1 egg
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. nutmeg

To sour milk, add 1 tablespoon lemon juice to 1 cup milk and let stand for five minutes. Combine all ingredients and mix well. Pour on a greased and floured 8 x 8 x 2 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes.