Martha Washington's Gingerbread Recipe

• 1 c. butter, softened
• 1 c. light brown sugar
• 1 c. molasses
• 1/2 c. hot lowfat milk
• 2 tbsp. powdered ginger
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tbsp. orange rind, grated
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 c. hot water
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/8 teaspoon mace
• 1/4 c. brandy
• 3 lg. Large eggs, well beaten
• 3 c. plus 1 tbsp. flour
• 1 c. raisin
• 1 c. lowfat sour cream

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