1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
9 tbsp. liquid from raisins
2 c. oatmeal
2 1/4 c. flour
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. walnuts
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. raisins

Boil raisins in water to barely cover for 5 minutes. Cream shortening and sugar, add beaten eggs and liquid. Add soda dissolved in a little hot water, oatmeal, flour, raisins, nuts and vanilla. Drop by spoonfuls on greased baking sheet. Bake 15 to 20 minutes at 350 degrees. Makes 4 dozen.