1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. brown sugar
1 c. dark molasses
2 eggs
2 1/4 c. sifted flour
1/4 c. cocoa
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. ground ginger
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 c. hot water or hot coffee

Cream the shortening, gradually adding sugar; blend well. Then beat in molasses. Add eggs, one at a time and beat well. Sift dry ingredients alternately with hot water or coffee, beating after each addition. The batter should be rather thin.

Pour in a well greased shallow pan and bake in oven at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Serve with whipped cream.