Jumbo Raisin Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. raisins
1 c. water
3 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 c. margarine/butter
1 3/4 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla

Preparation

Place raisins and water in saucepan; bring to a boil and boil for 3 minutes.
Set aside to cool; do not drain.
Mix flour with baking powder, soda, salt and spices.
Cream margarine/butter and sugar.
Add eggs.
Stir in raisins with liquid and vanilla. Gradually add flour mixture, blending thoroughly after each addition.
Drop by tablespoon, about 2 inches apart, on greased baking sheets.
Bake at 375\u00b0 for 12 to 15 minutes.
Makes 2 1/2 to 3 dozen cookies.