3 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 c. olive oil
6 tbsp. sugar
6 tbsp. orange juice
1 tbsp. grated orange peel
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
2 tbsp. brandy
1/2 c. chopped walnuts
Cinnamon for garnish

Stir together 2 1/2 cups flour, baking powder, and baking soda; set aside.

In large bowl, mix oil, sugar, orange juice, orange peel, cloves, cinnamon, and brandy. Stir in flour mixture and knead, adding enough flour to form soft dough. Shape teaspoons of dough into balls, crescents or ovals. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 325 degrees for 30 minutes or until lightly browned and dry. Remove and cool in a shallow dish or pan.

SYRUP:

1 c. honey
1 c. sugar
1 c. water

In medium saucepan, combine ingredients and bring to a boil; continue boiling for 5 minutes. Pour hot syrup over cooled cookies. Let stand, tilting pan occasionally, overnight or until most of the syrup is absorbed. Sprinkle with nuts and cinnamon before serving.