1 c. brown sugar
3/4 c. shortening
2 eggs
1 c. molasses
3 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves
1 c. walnuts
1 c. raisins

Stir dry ingredients and set aside. Mix shortening, brown sugar, eggs and molasses thoroughly. Mix in dry ingredients, walnuts and raisins. Pour batter onto greased cookie sheet. Bake in 325 degree oven for 20-30 minutes. Cut as desired.