1 tbsp. plain vinegar
1 c. milk
1/4 tsp. baking soda
2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. ground ginger
1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp. ground cloves (or to taste)
1/3 c. (5 1/3 tbsp.) butter
1/2 c. sugar
3/4 c. molasses

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Butter an 8 x 8 x 2 inch pan. Stir the vinegar into the milk and set aside for a few minutes.

Sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices. Cream the butter, adding the sugar gradually, beating until light and fluffy. Add the egg and beat well. Stir in the molasses and beat again.

Add the dry ingredients alternately with the milk and vinegar mixture. Beat only until combined.

Transfer batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45 to 50 minutes. The cake is done when a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

8 servings.