1 c. sugar
1 c. shortening
1 egg
2 c. molasses
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. cider vinegar
7 c. flour
2 tbsp. ginger
1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
4 tsp. baking soda
1 c. boiling water

Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs. Beat well. Add molasses and vinegar. Sift together dry ingredients. Add to the liquid ingredients. Add water; mix well. If necessary, add more flour to make soft dough. Drop by teaspoon on greased baking sheet. Sprinkle with sugar. If desired top with pecan half. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.