1 c. raisins
3/4 c. water
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. soft butter
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
1/2 tsp. butter flavoring
2 c. oatmeal
2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt and vanilla

Cook raisins and water 5 minutes. Save 5 tablespoons juice. Add soda when cool. Beat butter and sugar.