1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
2 c. flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. allspice
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. oatmeal
6 tbsp. liquid from steamed raisins
1/2 c. nuts
1 c. raisins, steamed in water

Cream shortening, sugar and eggs. Sift together and add flour and spices. Add and mix well oatmeal and nuts. Add and mix well raisins and liquid. Grease cookie sheets. Drop by teaspoonfuls. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 minutes. Makes 4 dozen.