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

Cream sugar, shortening, eggs and vanilla thoroughly. Mix in remaining ingredients. Refrigerate 4-5 hours or overnight. Heat oven to 375 degrees. Shape dough by rounded teaspoons. Place on ungreased baking sheet. Flatten with greased bottom of glass dipped in sugar. Bake 10 minutes. Makes 4 1/2 dozen.