Instructions

Irish Gingerbread

2 teaspoons margarine
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup soft margarine
1 egg
1 cup molasses
1 cup hot water
2 cup flour
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 egg yolks
1/2 cup quick cooking oatmeal

Measure flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger and salt.

Combine margarine and sugar in a bowl and blend. Add egg and yolks. Beat until fluffy. Stir in molasses. Add dry ingredients, oatmeal and hot water, 1/4 at a time to egg mix. Pour into an 8-inch greased pan. Bake for 50 to 55 minutes at 350 degrees F.