Lassy Buns

Difficulty: easy Prep Time: Ten Minutes Total Time: Under an hour
1/2 cup butter
1 cup molasses
1 tsp cloves
2 tsp allspice
2 tsp ginger
4 tsp baking soda
1 cup boiling water
1 cup sugar
5 1/2 cups flour
1 cup raisins, optional

Mix butter, molasses, sugar and boiling water together in a medium size bowl. Add spices and baking soda. Add flour and raisins. Mix together just enough to blend all ingredients in. Chill the dough in refrigerator for about 20 minutes. Shape dough into buns and place on a greased baking sheet and bake for 15 - 20 minutes at 350°F.