MOLASSES CAKE (GINGERBREAD)

1 c. sugar
1/2 c. soft butter or shortening
2 lg. eggs, beaten
1/2 c. dark molasses
2 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
2 c. flour
1 c. hot water
1 tbsp. sugar

Beat eggs, add sugar and shortening and beat until well mixed. Add molasses. Mix flour with soda and spices. Add to mixture with hot water. Pour into 8 x 8 x 2 inch pan. Spread a tablespoon of sugar on top. After baking 35 minutes, test with toothpick until done.

This can be served as a dessert with either a topping of applesauce, crushed pineapple or Cool Whip.