Jumbo Raisin Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 C. raisins
- 1 C. boiling water
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 2 C. granulated sugar
- 1 C. shortening
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp. allspice
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 4 C. all purpose flour
Directions
Boil raisins in boiling water for 5 minutes. Cool and add soda. Cream sugar, shortening, eggs, salt and spices. Blend in raisin mixture and add vanilla. Sift flour with baking powder and add to mixture; blend well. Drop by heaping tablespoonful onto baking sheet and bake at 375 degrees for 12-15 minutes.
Note: Nuts may be added if desired. This dough keeps well chilled.
