Raisin Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. raisins
1 1/2 c. water or rum
1 c. sugar
3 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla extract
4 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. allspice

Preparation

Plump raisins by soaking in water or rum, slightly heated for about 5 minutes.
Drain and save 1 cup liquid.
Sift dry ingredients.
Cream sugar and shortening.
Add eggs and vanilla. Add 1 cup raisin water and dry ingredients alternately.
Add raisins and nuts, if desired.
Drop by teaspoon on greased cookie sheet.
Bake at 400\u00b0 for approximately 12 to 15 minutes.