3/4 c. Crisco oil
3/4 c. white sugar
3/4 c. brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 c. molasses
3 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/8 c. water
1 c. raisins
1 c. nuts

Cream Crisco and sugars. Add eggs, saving 1 tablespoons to brush on cookies. Add dry ingredients, alternately with liquids. Add nuts and raisins.

Divide dough in thirds and spread in strips 3 inches wide on large greased cookie sheets. Brush with reserved egg. Bake at 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes. Cool and cut into slices. Eat and Enjoy!