Ginger Bread
["1/2 c. sugar", "1/2 c. shortening", "1 c. baking molasses", "1 c. boiling water", "2 eggs", "2 1/2 c. flour", "2 tsp. baking soda", "1/2 tsp. salt", "1 tsp. ginger", "1 tsp. cinnamon", "1 c. nuts (optional)"]
["Mix together sugar, shortening, molasses and water.", "Sift dry ingredients into mixture and blend well.", "Stir in eggs.", "Pour in greased 9 x 13 pan.", "Bake at 350\u00b0 for 30 to 35 minutes."]
["sugar", "shortening", "baking molasses", "boiling water", "eggs", "flour", "baking soda", "salt", "ginger", "cinnamon", "nuts"]