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Ingredients

  • 3 c. brown sugar
  • 1 c. molasses
  • 2 tbsp. soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 quart. flour
  • 1 1/2 c. Crisco
  • 5 Large eggs
  • 2 teaspoon salt (scant)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla (optional)
  • 1 box raisins (or possibly less)

Method

  • Thoroughly mix ingredients.
  • Divide dough into 8 balls.
  • On floured board, using hands, roll each ball of dough into a rope.
  • Place 2 on a cookie sheet.
  • Flatten each roll with hands.
  • Sprinkle with granulated sugar (optional).
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 20 min.
  • Test with toothpick.
  • Remove from oven.
  • When slightly cooled, cut into bars.
  • Remove from cookie sheet.
  • Store in tight container when cool.