Ginger Bread

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan or baking dish with butter.

Heat molasses and butter together in a saucepan over medium heat until the butter melts and the mixture is warm, stirring occasionally.

Whisk together flour, ginger and cinnamon mixture, and salt in a separate bowl to combine the dry ingredients.

Beat the egg in a small bowl, then add it to the warm molasses mixture and stir until well combined.

Pour the molasses and egg mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.

Mix baking soda with hot water in a small cup until the baking soda dissolves, then immediately stir this mixture into the batter.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.