2 c. sugar
1 c. grandma's molasses
1 c. shortening
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. baking soda
2 1/4 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. vanilla
3 tbsp. buttermilk
2 eggs

Mix well and drop by teaspoon onto cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees until brown.