posted by mamasue 04-26-99 1:31 PM
Spicy Gingergread
Grease a 9x9x2 pan, heat oven to 350 degrees.
Sift together
2 1/2 cups flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon,1 tsp. ground ginger
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
3/4 tsp. salt
In a large bowl at medium speed mix
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup sugar
Add 1 egg and continue beating until light and fluffy.
Add 1 cup molassesand continue to beat.
On low speed alternate flour mixture in fourths with 1 c. hot water in thirds. Beating until just smooth.
Turn into pan and bake 50 minutes. Cool serve with whipped cream.