Enjoy this recipe from Mom's Favorite Recipes Cookbook - Now with Photo's.
Submitted by: Bev Johnstone from Delaware, OH
1 c. margarine
1-1/2 c. brown sugar, packed
2 eggs, beaten
1 T. ground ginger
1/2 c. molasses
1-1/2 c. boiling water
1-1/2 t. baking soda
5 c. all-purpose flour
2 t. baking powder
1-1/2 t. salt
1 T. Cinnamon
1 c. chopped walnuts
Cream margarine and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl; blend in eggs. Mix in ginger and molasses; stir in boiling water. Set aside. Combine remaining ingredients except for the nuts; add to sugar mixture. Fold in walnuts; cover and refrigerate dough for at least 2 hours. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased baking sheets; bake at 425 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes. Makes about 6 dozen.