Old-Fashioned Oatmeal Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. raisins
2/3 c. water
1 stick (1/2 c.) butter or margarine
2 eggs
1 c. sugar
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. flour (generous)
1 1/2 c. oatmeal (quick or old-fashioned)
1 c. chopped nuts, if desired

Preparation

Boil raisins in water for 3 minutes; set aside.
Cream butter or margarine, eggs and sugar.
Add baking soda, baking powder, spices and vanilla.
Blend thoroughly.