1 c. shortening
2 1/4 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
3/4 c. cocoa
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
8 c. flour
1/2 bag chocolate chips
1/2 box raisins
1 c. nuts
1/2 qt. milk or more if needed

Mix well. Roll into balls. Bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes.

FROSTING:

1/2 box confectioner's sugar
1 tsp. vanilla

Add water until runny. Add sprinkles.