1 c. sugar
1 c. dark molasses
1 c. shortening
1 c. raisins
1 c. nut meats
2 eggs
2 tsp. cinnamon
2 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. salt
2 level tsp. baking soda dissolved in 1 c. strong coffee
5 c. flour

Combine ingredients in order given, adding flour last and very gradually. Drop on greased sheets and bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.