2 c. raisins
1 c. water
1 c. shortening (scant)
1 c. sugar
2 eggs, beaten
3 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. nutmeg

Steam raisins and water for 5 minutes. Cream together shortening, sugar, and eggs. Sift together flour, salt, cinnamon, soda, and nutmeg. Mix well all together. Add nuts, if desired. Drop by teaspoon on greased baking sheet. Bake 8-10 minutes at 350 degrees.