1 c. sugar
1 c. (1/2 c. butter, 1/2 c. shortening)
2 eggs
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
2 c. flour
2 c. oatmeal
1 c. raisins
1 c. chopped nuts
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. baking soda

Cover raisins with water and 3 tablespoons sugar in saucepan and cook until tender. Take off burner and save 1/2 cup of the liquid add 1 teaspoon baking soda to the liquid.

Mix up other ingredients in bowl then add raisins and 1/2 cup of liquid.

Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 15 minutes.