1 c. sugar
2 eggs
2 tbsp. melted butter

Beat together.

1 tsp. vanilla
1/4 tsp. ginger
1 level tsp. salt
1 c. buttermilk
1 level tsp. baking soda dissolved in milk

4 cups sifted flour, 3 squares melted chocolate or 1/2 c. cocoa. Mix altogether and fry.