1/2 c. shortening
1 1/4 c. sugar
2 eggs
6 tbsp. molasses

Heat oven to 400 degrees. Mix together above ingredients. Sift together and stir in: 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. cinnamon

Stir in: 1 c. raisins 1/2 c. nuts

Drop batter by teaspoonful on greased cookie sheet. Bake until lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes.