Ingredients
1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 cup molasses1 cup hot water1 egg3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground ginger2 teaspoons ground allspice1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground clovesFROSTING:1/2 cup shortening1/2 cup butter, softened2 to 3 teaspoons lemon juice4 cups confectioners’ sugar
Preparation
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Beat in molasses and water until blended. Combine the flour, ginger, allspice, baking soda and cloves; gradually add to the creamed mixture.
Pour into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 375° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on wire rack.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat shortening, butter and lemon juice until smooth. Beat in sugar until light and fluffy. Frost bars.
