Cora's Jumbo Raisin Cookies

Ingredients


2 C. raisins		1/2 t. nutmeg

1 C. water		1 C. shortening

3 1/2 C. flour		1 3/4 C. sugar

1 t. baking powder	2 eggs, slightly beaten

1 t. baking soda	1 t. vanilla

1 t. salt		1/2 C. chopped nuts

1/2 t. cinnamon

Place raisins and water in a saucepan, bring to boil, and boil for 3 minutes. Set aside to cool and do not drain.
Mix flour with baking powder, baking soda, salt and spices. Cream shortening, gradually adding sugar, beating well after each addition. Beat in eggs. Stir in raisins with the liquid and vanilla. Gradually add flour mixture, stirring well after each addition. Stir in nuts. Drop from tablespoon, two inches apart, onto greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 12-15 minutes.

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