Molasses Cookies (soft)

2 eggs slightly beaten, added to
1 cup white sugar
1 cup molasses
1 cup shortening
1/2 cup hot water

To approx 4 cups fluor add:
1 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp ginger
2 tsp soda
1 tsp baking powder.

Bake at 350ºF 10-12 minutes.