GINGERBREAD

1 1/2 c all-purpose flour	1/2 c shortening
3/4 tsp ginger (ground)		1/4 c packed brown sugar
3/4 tsp cinnamon		1 egg
1/2 tsp baking soda		1/2 c light molasses
1/2 tsp baking powder		1/2 c boiling water
1/2 tsp salt

Grease and lightly flour a 9-inch cake pan.  Combine flour, ginger,
cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.  In a mixer bowl beat
shortening at medium speed for about 30 seconds.  Add brown sugar and
beat until fluffy.  Add egg and molasses; beat for 1 minute.  Add dry
ingredients and water alternately, beating after each addition.  Turn
into pan.  Bake at 350 for 30 to 35 minutes or until gingerbread tests
done.  Cool 10 minutes in pan.  Remove from pan and serve warm.