Instructions: 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.

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