1 c. seedless raisins
1 c. water
3/4 c. soft shortening (Crisco)
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. allspice
1/2 tsp. cloves
2 c. rolled oats
1/2 c. chopped nuts

Simmer raisins and water in saucepan over low heat until raisins are plump, 20- 30 minutes. Drain raisin liquid into measuring cup. Add water to make 1/2 cup. Heat oven to 400 degrees (medium hot). Cream shortening, sugar, eggs and vanilla. Stir in raisin liquid.

Measure flour by dip-level method or by sifting. Blend flour, baking powder, soda, salt and spices; stir in. Add rolled oats, nuts and raisins. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto ungreased cooking sheet. Bake 8-10 minutes. Makes 6-7 dozen.