Gingerbread

1/2 c
1/2 c
1
1/2 c
1 1/2 c
3/4 t
3/4 t
1/2 t
1/2 t
1/2 c
sugar
shortening
egg
light molasses
sifted all-purpose flour
salt
soda
ground ginger
ground cinnamon
boiling water
Cream sugar and shortening until light. Thoroughly beat in egg and molasses. Sift dry ingredients together. Add water and sifted dry ingredients to creamed mixture in an alternating manner, beating after each addition.Bake in greased, lightly floured, 8x8x2 inch pan at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes. Serve warm.

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