1 c. flour
3/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
3/4 c. shortening
1 1/3 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. uncooked oatmeal
1 c. raisins

Sift together flour, soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add shortening, sugar, eggs and vanilla. Beat until smooth, about 2 minutes. Stir in oats and raisins.

Drop by teaspoonfuls on a greased sheet.

Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes.

Makes about 3 1/2 dozen cookies.