Oatmeal Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. raisins
1 c. water
3/4 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. baking powder
2 c. quick oats
1/2 c. nuts

Preparation

Simmer raisins and water until plump.
Drain, reserving liquid.
Add enough water to measure 1/2 cup.
Mix thoroughly shortening, sugar, eggs and vanilla.
Stir in reserved liquid. Blend in remaining ingredients.
Drop 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
Bake 8 to 10 minutes at 400\u00b0.