Ingredients

  • 3 eggs, well beaten
  • 1 c. raisins
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 c. shortening
  • 1 c. brown sugar
  • 1 c. granulated sugar
  • 2 1/2 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 2 c. oatmeal
  • 1/2 c. walnuts, chopped

Method

  • Combine eggs, raisins and vanilla; let stand for 1 hour. Thoroughly cream shortening and sugars.
  • Sift flour, salt, soda and cinnamon into sugar mixture.
  • Mix well.
  • Blend in egg mixture and nuts.
  • Push dough by teaspoonful onto ungreased cookie sheet. Bake in a 350° oven for 10 to 12 minutes, until lightly browned.