Simmer raisins in water until plump-about 20 minutes. Drain liquid into a cup and add enough water to make 1/2 cup. Mix shortening, sugar, eggs and vanilla. Stir in liquid. Sift together dry ingredients. Blend with other mix. Add oats, nuts and raisins in a large bowl. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls about 2 inches apart onto cookie sheets. Bake at 400 degrees for 8 minutes. Makes 6-7 dozen.

From Merrie Jack Hosey

From a collection of my mother's (Judy Hosey) recipe box which contained lots of her favorite recipes, clippings, etc. Downloaded from Glen's Mm