3 1/4 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 1/2 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. salt
1 c. molasses
1/2 c. shortening
2 tsp. baking soda

Heat the molasses in a saucepan. Remove from heat and add shortening and soda. Add gradually the flour which has been sifted with the baking powder, salt, and ginger. Roll thin and bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.