Creating Miss Parloa’s Soft Molasses Gingerbread is easy if you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Molasses and Egg: Beat in the molasses and the egg until well combined.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
6. Add Hot Water: Carefully stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth and well blended.
7. Pour Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
8. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Cool: Allow to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Serve: Once cooled, cut into squares or rectangles for serving.

These steps will guide you in creating this incredible gingerbread with ease.