Ingredients

  • 1 c. raisins
  • 1 c. water
  • 3/4 c. shortening
  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 2 Large eggs, well beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 1/2 c. flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking pwdr
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon cloves
  • 2 c. quick oats

Method

  • Simmer raisins and water.
  • Cold.
  • Drain liquid into c.. Add in water to make 1/2 c. liquid.
  • Cream shortening and sugar.
  • Add in Large eggs, vanilla, raisin liquid, flour, baking pwdr, baking soda, cinnamon, 1/2 tsp.
  • cloves, oats, 1/2 c. minced nuts, and raisins.
  • Mix well.
  • Drop by teaspoonfuls on greased baking sheet.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 10 min or possibly till lightly browned.
  • Serves 36.