Ingredients
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1 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. white sugar
2 Tbsp. molasses
1 c. raisins
1 c. stewed fruit (apples)
1 1/2 c. chopped nuts
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. baking soda, dissolved in 3 Tbsp. hot water
3 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt
Preparation
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Cream shortening and sugar.
Add fruits, nuts, vanilla and soda water.
Add eggs and molasses and mix well.
Add flour and spices sifted together.
Mix well; drop by spoonful on well-greased cookie sheet and bake at 350\u00b0 for 15 minutes.
Makes 8 dozen.
Flavor improves with age.
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