Hermits - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. shortening or margarine
1 c. granulated sugar
1 egg
1/2 c. molasses
2 tsp. baking soda
2 1/4 c. flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
3/4 tsp. cloves
1/2 c. raisins
1/2 c. walnuts

Preparation

Mix shortening, sugar, egg and molasses together thoroughly. Stir in remaining ingredients.
Mix raisins and nuts last.
Use an ungreased jelly roll pan.
Shape into sausage-like rolls; 2 or 3 strips.
Press down.
Bake at 375\u00b0 for 9 to 10 minutes.
Cracks may make them appear uncooked, but remove and cool.
Cut into bars.
Sprinkle granulated sugar on top while they are still hot.