Ginger Molasses Cookies

Chewy and a little bit bitey, This is probably my favourite non-chocolate cookie. I think it's good year-round, but it's even better at Christmas!

Ingredients:

• 2/3 cup oil (something light and with minimal flavour, like vegetable oil)
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 1 tbsp ginger
• 1/2 tsp salt
• optional: coarse white sugar for finishing

Instructions:

1. Thoroughly mix oil and sugar.
2. Mix in egg and molasses.
3. Roll into little balls. If desired, roll balls in coarse sugar.
4. Bake at 350 for 15min.