2 1/4 c. flour
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. ginger
3/4 c. brown sugar
1/4 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. baking powder
3/4 c. molasses
3/4 c. oil
1/2 tsp. baking soda
3/4 c. water
2 eggs
1/2 tsp. salt

TOPPING:

1 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. butter
1/3 c. water

Combine all ingredients except for topping in a large bowl; stir until moistened, then beat at medium speed 3 minutes. Pour into 9 x 13 inch greased pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes until it tests done. Just before gingerbread is done combine topping ingredients in saucepan and bring to boil. Remove from oven, poke holes all over using long tined fork and pour hot topping over cake.