1 generous c. raisins
1/2 c. boiling water
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. cinnamon
2 c. oatmeal
1 c. brown sugar
1/2 c. nuts
2 eggs (slightly beaten)
3/4 c. salad oil
1 tsp. vanilla

Soak raisins in boiling water and set aside. Put flour, soda, salt and spices into mixing bowl. Blend in oats, sugar and nuts. Beat eggs, add oil and undrained raisins and vanilla.

Pour into dry mixture, stir only until blended. Let stand in refrigerator for 2 hours then drop by teaspoon on ungreased pan. Bake 350 degrees 8 minutes. Makes 6 dozen, depending on size.