3/4 quart mild molasses 3/4 quart boiling water 3/4 quart brown sugar 3/4 cup margarine

2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 teaspoons mixed spice

1/2 teaspoon salt 6 tablespoons lemon juice

Mix sugar, spices, and cornstarch together; add molasses, margarine, and water; boil five minutes. Add more lemon juice or a little vinegar if needed.