2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. salt
1 c. molasses
1/4 c. shortening
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. ginger
1 c. sour milk

LEMON SAUCE:

1/2 c. sugar
2 tsp. lemon juice
1 tbsp. butter
2 tbsp. cornstarch
1 c. water

Ginger Bread: Mix all ingredients together. Stir until smooth. Beat well. Bake in shallow pan in 350 degree oven for 30 minutes. Serve hot.

Lemon Sauce: Mix sugar and cornstarch. Add water slowly. Cook until thickened, stirring constantly. Add the lemon juice. Add the butter. Serve while hot over the ginger bread.