1 c. cane syrup 1 c. shortening 1 Tblsp each cinnamon, ginger, allspice, cloves 1 c. brown sugar Combine 1st 7 ingredients in a 4 quart pan and bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium. Cook just until shortening is melted. remove from heat. 2 1/4 cups plain flour combine flour and salt; add slowly to mixture, a little at a time, beating until batter is smooth. 1 c. buttermilk 2 eggs Stir buttermilk & eggs into batter. 1 tsp baking soda 1/4 c hot water Dissolve soda in hot water; stir into batter and mix well. Pour batter into a greased and floured 12x7x1.5 inch baking pan. Bake at 350 for 50 to 60 minutes, until gingerbread tests done Please Note: There is a $9.95 Minimum Order Required.