2/3 c. oil
1 c. sugar
1/4 c. molasses
1 egg
2 tsp. baking soda
2 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. cloves, ginger, salt
1 tsp. cinnamon

Mix oil, molasses, sugar and egg. Sift soda, spices, salt and flour. Add to first mixture and mix well. Chill.

Form dough into 1 inch balls. Roll in granulated sugar. Place on ungreased cookie sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes. If undercooked they'll be chewy. When cooked longer they are crispy.