Ingredients

  • 3/4 c. shortening
  • 1/2 c. brown sugar
  • 1/2 c. granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 c. water
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 c. raisins
  • 3 c. oats (quick or regular)

Method

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Beat together shortening, sugar, eggs, water and vanilla until creamy.
  • Combine flour, salt and soda.
  • Add to mixture.
  • Add raisins and oats.
  • Mix well.
  • Drop by spoonful onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Makes 5 dozen. 15 minutes.