1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
1 c. molasses
1/2 c. water
3 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. ground ginger
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. shortening
5 c. flour
1 c. nuts (optional)

Mix together. It may be thick. Roll into balls. Bake on a cookie sheet 10-12 minutes at 350 degrees. Makes 8 dozen.