Gingerbread

 

 

 

 

 

2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon powdered ginger
1 cup light brown sugar
1 cup unsulphered molasses
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup canola or peanut oil
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 cup boiling water
1/4 cup peeled fresh ginger, minced