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Ingredients
- 2 c. raisins
- 1 c. water
- 3 1/2 c. flour
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
- 1 c. Crisco
- 1 3/4 c. sugar
- 2 eggs, slightly beaten
- 1 tsp. vanilla
Method
- Place raisins and water in pan.
- Bring to a boil; boil for 3 minutes.
- Set aside.
- Do not drain!
- Mix flour with baking powder, baking soda, salt and spices.
- In separate bowl, cream shortening. Gradually add sugar; beat well by hand.
- Add eggs and vanilla; mix well.
- Stir in raisins with liquid; mix well.
- Gradually add flour mixture, blending thoroughly after each addition.
- Drop from tablespoon about 2 inches apart on a greased cookie sheet.
- Bake at 375° for 12 to 15 minutes.
- Makes about 3 1/2 dozen cookies.
